Electrical Engineer - Airport

About the role

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its Airport program, based on-site in Mississauga. The position is newly created and supports the design, construction and delivery of electrical systems for one of the world's most advanced, sustainable and passenger-friendly airports. The role requires on-site work five days a week.

Key responsibilities

• Provide advice and subject-matter expertise on electrical systems design and construction, including compliance with codes and standards.
• Ensure design and construction comply with technical requirements through design reviews, submittal reviews and testing.
• Conduct Facility Alteration Permit (FAP) compliance reviews for renovations, alterations, maintenance and new construction.
• Provide non-resident engineering expertise through field inspections during construction.
• Support governance and process documentation for the program's electrical systems engineering practices.
• Assess contractor technical proposals and coordinate technical elements, including targets and goals.
• Coordinate with other engineering and architectural disciplines and review contractor deliverables against requirements and standards.
• Monitor the designer's input during construction (RFIs, shop drawings, material and mock-up approvals, punch list).
• Provide management-level progress reports and briefings, and coach and mentor Airport staff.

Required profile

• University degree in electrical engineering with a focus on aviation and commercial electrical systems.
• 4 years of experience in electrical design, construction and commissioning; equivalent experience or education may be considered.
• Recognized degree in electrical engineering; relevant professional designation is an asset.
• Aviation experience preferred.

Required skills

• Knowledge of 27kV and 44kV distribution systems, power distribution and combined-cycle cogeneration plants.
• Working knowledge of airfield lighting, system safety design, electrical design and construction, and operations and maintenance.
• Understanding of ICAO, Transport Canada Aerodrome Standards, HRDC, ULC, Code Consultants and Health & Safety Consultants requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, project scheduling software, Maximo, ProjectWise, Oracle ERP, Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Good stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.