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Principal, Electrical Engineering


Company : WalterFedy


Location : Hamilton, Ontario


Created : 2025-06-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

3 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Driving Excellence in Electrical Design & Team Leadership At WalterFedy, we go beyond great designwe shape the world around us with smart, influential solutions. As a Principal, Electrical Engineering , you will play a key leadership role within our Buildings Team , driving technical excellence, fostering innovation, and mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. Your expertise will help push boundaries, enhance project delivery, and strengthen our reputation as a trusted partner in creating better communities. You''ll Love This Role If Youre a natural leader. You thrive on mentoring and inspiring a team of electrical engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. Youre passionate about impactful design. You take pride in delivering high-quality electrical solutions that enhance the built environment and create smarter, more efficient spaces. Youre excited about growth. Whether its advancing industry best practices, strengthening client relationships, or driving business development, youre always looking for ways to make a bigger impact. What Youll Do Project Leadership Lead high-profile projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and project objectives. Define project scopes, establish design criteria, and oversee quality control across all phases. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure seamless project execution and technical excellence. Design & Technical Leadership Provide expert oversight on technical documentation, specifications, and electrical building systems. Establish and enforce sector-specific design standards, driving best practices and continuous improvement. Serve as a key technical advisor, resolving complex design challenges and ensuring code compliance. Team Leadership Mentor, coach, and develop a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth. Lead recruitment efforts to strengthen our technical expertise and align with our core values. Assign and oversee project work, ensuring design integrity, quality, and client satisfaction. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted partner to clients, ensuring effective communication and project success. Address and resolve stakeholder concerns, building lasting relationships and delivering value. Business Development & Thought Leadership Leverage your industry reputation to attract and secure new business opportunities. Contribute to proposal development, client presentations, and strategic growth initiatives. Drive innovation through thought leadership, research, and industry engagement. What You Bring To The Team Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 15+ years of experience in engineering design, with leadership experience in large-scale projects. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or equivalent certification. Deep expertise in electrical engineering principles, building systems, and construction processes. Proficiency in engineering design software and industry best practices. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to mentor teams, manage budgets, and drive project success. Experience in business development, client engagement, and contract negotiation. Life at WalterFedy As an innovative, multi-discipline design and construction collective, our ambition goes beyond great designwe are here to enhance the world around us . To make it happen, we need agile, ambitious, and big-picture thinkers who are ready to challenge the status quo. Our team is made up of the industrys best , committed to questioning the ordinary, infusing creativity into everything we do, and redefining whats possible. Join us as we move beyond working for a living and toward building better communities with smart, influential design . How To Apply Please apply with your resume and cover letter using the link on this page. You will be redirected to our internal application platform. WalterFedy is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace . We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from traditionally underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact or call 519-576-2150 . Thank you for your interest in a role with WalterFedy! Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Design Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WalterFedy by 2x Casual Early Childhood Educator/Assistant (RECE/ECA) exam invigilator - post-secondary institution Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr