Company Description
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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking an ambitious and visionary Electrical Department Manager to lead our Electrical Engineering team in the London/Kitchener region. This is not just a management role - it’s a chance to shape the future of electrical engineering delivery at AECOM while opening doors to career growth, team expansion, and impactful contributions across Canada and beyond. This position is for a newly created position.
You’ll oversee innovative designs across a wide spectrum of sectors, including Building & Institution, Commercial & Industrial, Water & Wastewater, Transportation, and Sustainability. While the role is anchored in Ontario, the excitement extends far further: you’ll have opportunities to collaborate across national and global AECOM teams, connecting with top professionals worldwide and contributing to projects that transcend borders.
At AECOM, your leadership will not only strengthen local delivery but also drive nationwide impact and international collaboration - setting benchmarks for technical excellence and positioning our Electrical Engineering practice as a trusted partner in shaping the built environment around the globe.
Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
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Lead and inspire – Provide vision, mentorship, and empowerment to a high-performing team of engineers and technicians, ensuring both team success and individual growth.
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Drive national and global collaboration – Engage with AECOM’s network of offices and specialists across Canada and internationally, creating opportunities to work on transformative, large-scale projects.
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Deliver technical excellence – Act as a Senior Engineer on projects, guiding design strategies and ensuring quality, compliance, and innovation.
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Shape major projects – Oversee electrical systems for cutting-edge buildings and infrastructure, tackling complex challenges with creativity and rigor.
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Grow the business – Contribute to proposals, strengthen client relationships, and open new opportunities across local, national, and global markets.
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Champion sustainability and innovation – Stay ahead of codes, technologies, and design practices, embedding future-ready and sustainable solutions in every project.
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Develop the next generation – Coach and support junior staff, fostering professional growth and building the leadership pipeline of tomorrow.
Qualifications
Minimum Responsibilities:
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with minimum 10 years of hands-on experience.
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Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in Ontario.
Preferred Requirements:
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15+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in consulting or design-build firms.
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Previous experience managing an Electrical Engineering Department or leading a technical team.
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Strong client-facing and presentation skills.
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Expertise in power systems design (MV and LV).
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Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD in BIM design environments.
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Track record of solving complex engineering problems with innovative approaches.
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Experience across multiple markets, including DoD, Healthcare, Labs, and Commercial/Mixed-Use.
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Commitment to sustainable design practices and energy-efficient solutions.
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Success working on high-profile, architecturally significant projects.
Additional Information
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Relocation is not available for this position.
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Sponsorship is not available for this position.
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.
