Senior Electrical Engineer in Québec

Welcome to CIMA+. Our Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professionals, we support clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will actively lead and/or participate in the design of new and reconstruction of existing hydropower plants. You will design high‑power switchgears and controlgears, prepare drawings, perform sizing calculations, select materials and coordinate with other engineering disciplines.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems and layout for hydropower plant projects.
• Develop power system diagrams and drawings for switchgear and controlgear implementation.
• Prepare project deliverables such as detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams.
• Perform or validate equipment sizing calculations and power cable gauge selection.
• Calculate material quantities.
• Coordinate electrical work with other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Member of l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible to register.
• More than ten (10) years of experience.
• Knowledge of Hydro‑Québec standards or other public utility standards.
• Knowledge of power distribution design methods, practices, and tools.
• Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD.
• Fluent in French (oral and written).
• Fluent in English (oral and written) for national level communications.
• Knowledge of applicable design standards and codes, including the Quebec Electrical Code.
• Resourcefulness, motivation, enthusiasm, and strong will to deliver successful projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Group Benefits from day one for permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.
• Annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada.
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of experience.
• Tailored training to improve existing skills.

For more information on this career opportunity, please contact Réna Chont.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio‑economic status or background, etc.). We encourage all applications, including those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and visible minorities, to complete the self‑identification form when applying. Accommodations are available on request.