Are you reliable, motivated, and intentional about setting high standards for the quality of your work?
Do you strive to add value every day and communicate in ways that connect with the people around you?
Are you committed to your team and investing in your own growth?
If you answered
YES to these questions, then GWAL is the place for you!
GWAL's Vision is centered on 3 pillars:
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Be the industry leading design engineering firm.
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Be easy to work with.
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Be the choice employer.
Founded 70 years ago,
GWAL is an award-winning mechanical and electrical engineering consulting firm serving a broad range of public and private sector clients. Our team consists of licensed personnel in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia. Officially incorporated in 1956 under the Ontario Charter, we now proudly operate as a
division of Englobe. This partnership enhances our capabilities and resources, allowing us to better serve our clients while maintaining our established identity and commitment to excellence in engineering. Our competitive advantage allows us to consistently design and implement innovative mechanical and electrical systems for commercial, institutional, light industrial, and mixed-use residential and commercial buildings of all types and sizes, as well as engineering advocacy, expert testimony, sustainability and specialized studies.
In your new role with GWAL, you will work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer and be accountable to:
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Liaising with client & other consultants to determine project’s scope, under supervision of Senior Engineer/Designer.
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Documenting and communicating project’s scope to in-house design team members.
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Coordinating electrical requirements with senior mechanical Engineer/Designer.
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Coordinating with client, architect, interior designer and other consultants.
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Preparing drawings using office CAD system.
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Respecting project schedule.
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Ensuring plans and specifications conform to applicable codes, good engineering practice and project scope.
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Participating in maintaining firm’s quality standard.
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Managing/coordinating multiple projects.
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Performing load calculations.
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Preparing detailed design layout.
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Reviewing project documentation.
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Participating in design review meetings.
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Construction administration and site review.
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Obtaining stamp and signature from signing engineer.
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Assisting senior to monitor and control in-house costs and compare to project budget.
What you’ll need to succeed-
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (preferred).
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5+ years of electrical design experience.
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Possession of Professional Engineering License required
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Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
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Experience working on moderately complex projects.
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Electrical system design and construction methods.
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Specification writing and cost estimation.
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Ability to obtain security clearance.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Effective communication and collaboration.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Leadership and mentorship capabilities.
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Client relationship management.
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Project management and strategic thinking.
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Strong knowledge of: National & Ontario Building Codes, Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Ontario Fire Code, Energy standards (ASHRAE 90.1, MNECB) and NFPA, CSA, and IES standards.
What you’ll get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits but more importantly the opportunity to work for a leader in Engineering, project diversity, and a recently awarded Best Workplace in Canada! All our positions offer career development opportunities, job security and a great chance to learn with the best in your field.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At GWAL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Note: We're all about using smart tech to make hiring smooth and fair. Our AI helps us find the best fit for our team, but don't worry - our people leaders do the important selection work. Ready to see this in action? Apply now and let's get started! 