Position: Electrical Buildings Design Engineer
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Department: Buildings & Industry Group
Join EXP and Power the Future of Electrical Engineering
At EXP, we believe great experiences start with the right people. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative engineering solutions across North America. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, respect, and creativity. When you join EXP, you become part of a global network of professionals shaping sustainable and efficient built environments.
We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Halifax. This role involves designing and managing electrical systems for educational and healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, and complex projects across Atlantic Canada.
Key Responsibilities
Design and specify electrical systems for buildings, including:
Power distribution, essential power systems (generators, UPS), grounding design.
Telecommunications, data systems, security, and fire alarm systems.
Lighting and lighting control systems.
Prepare technical specifications, feasibility studies, and design briefs.
Conduct building condition assessments and options evaluations.
Estimate construction costs and develop project documentation.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate and efficient designs.
Qualifications
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed with Engineers Nova Scotia.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
7+ years of experience in electrical design for building systems.
Experience in education and healthcare electrical design is an asset
Familiarity with Nova Scotia market is an asset.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
Proficiency with AGi32 lighting design software.
Strong knowledge of Canadian Building Codes, Canadian Electrical Code, electrical standards, and best practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Why Join EXP?
Work on innovative building and industrial projects.
Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work hours.
Opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.
Be part of an employee-owned company that values sustainability and innovation.
EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [email protected].
With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.
Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.
What makes us different
The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.
Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.Skills Required
- Professional Engineer licensed with Engineers Nova Scotia
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- 7+ years of experience in electrical design for building systems
- Proficiency in Revit
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency with AGi32 lighting design software
- Knowledge of Canadian Building Codes, Canadian Electrical Code, electrical standards, and best practices
- Experience in education and healthcare electrical design
- Familiarity with the Nova Scotia market
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
EXP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about EXP and has not been reviewed or approved by EXP.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) is considered decent, with mentions of employer matching around 3% and ratings around 4.0/5 in some sources. Feedback suggests retirement offerings are viewed as a relative strength compared with other elements of compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and flexibility are frequently highlighted positively, with some reports noting strong vacation ratings and work-life balance. Flexible schedules and hybrid/remote options are often seen as meaningful benefits.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage are generally described as good, with some comments specifically praising insurance quality. While not uniformly exceptional, healthcare benefits are perceived as solid overall.
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What We Do
EXP is a multidisciplinary professional services firm providing engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services aimed at transforming the world's built and natural environments. The company specializes in delivering innovative solutions for water infrastructure, aviation environments, mining and mineral projects, and underground infrastructure. Their expert team comprises engineers, planners, designers, and scientists dedicated to excellence and innovation across the full lifecycle of complex projects.
