Senior Electrical Building Engineer

  Ready to power up your career?  Join BPA’s growing Ottawa team and take part in some of Canada’s most complex and inspiring building projects. We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer who thrives on challenges, collaboration, and innovation. Working on major institutional, commercial and healthcare projects, you’ll help shape spaces that make a real impact alongside experts who value curiosity, teamwork, and technical excellence.  Led by April Waddell, P. Eng., Project Director - Electrical, a seasoned leader with 18 years of technical expertise, known for her approachable leadership and technical depth, you’ll be joining a tight-knit team that values mutual support, open communication, and the satisfaction of seeing designs come to life.    Your main responsibilities   Lead and coordinate the design, analysis, and verification of electrical systems for building projects Work closely with engineers, designers, and clients to develop tailored, practical solutions Conduct site surveys and assess existing installations to develop optimized system upgrades Prepare technical documentation, reports, and specifications with accuracy and professionalism Support construction supervision and field coordination to ensure design intent is achieved Participate in budget estimation and cost analysis for electrical scopes Your Profile Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Member of the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in building electrical systems  Eligibility to get government Security Clearance Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset, but English-only candidates are welcome Versatility, autonomy, good communication skills Leadership and excellent customer service skills