Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The MCF (Mission Critical Facilities) Electrical Project Designer/Engineer performs technical duties under the supervision of a Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager. Understands and identifies project requirements and performs independent technical work on basic and advanced tasks within one’s own discipline. Provides guidance to Designers on completion of duties. Role will execute and ensure quality throughout the design process to meet our clients’ needs and expectations. The data center industry is continually evolving, and this is an ideal opportunity for candidates who enjoy working on technically challenging projects that require cutting edge designs. Aside from the preferred locations listed, this position is open to any location with a Stantec office presence, for the right candidate.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develops advanced systems designs within own discipline with limited supervision.

• Delegates tasks to project designers as appropriate.

• Prepares project deliverables (drawings, specifications, reports etc.) per the client’s intent and scope of work in Stantec's proposal.

• Assists in the evaluation and selection of electrical equipment.

• Coordinates well with all disciplines to fully integrate work and client requests into design.

• Follows Stantec’s quality management process; reviews project deliverables before submitting to QA/QC reviewer.

• Reviews shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports and punch lists, attends project coordination meetings, and performs other CA tasks.

• Assists the Senior Project Engineer on project related tasks.

• Serves as the electrical lead on projects as directed by the Project Manager.

• Actively participates in the data center engineering/professional community to build personal knowledge and professional growth (e.g. attend meetings / seminars / conferences and/or write articles for trade magazines.)

• Supports and assists staff education, training, and development.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Possess advanced knowledge of engineering practices, concepts, principles, codes, and standards in own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principals in other disciplines.

• Able to conceptualize basic building systems within own discipline in entirety including interactions with varied disparate components.

• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of nomenclature, design techniques, materials, details, system components, construction techniques, and related engineering systems.

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, specifications, technical procedures, and government regulations.

• Proficient in applicable software (i.e. AutoCAD, Revit, Autodesk Construction Cloud).

• Working knowledge or proficiency in power systems software (e.g. SKM) and power cable ampacity calculation software (e.g. CYME CYMCAP) preferred.

• Strong communicator who effectively conveys scope and coordination items to clients, vendors, and co-workers.

• Adept at writing comprehensive reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

• Displays effective organization and time management skills with projects, reports and other duties; effectively manages multiple priorities and is punctual and dependable.

Education and Experience

• Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required.

• Minimum 4 years related industry experience required. Datacenter experience preferred.

• Registered professional engineer (PE) license, or other professional certification based on area of expertise preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Salary Range(s):

• Locations in VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 88,300.00 - Max Salary $ 128,000.00

• Locations in CO, HI, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 97,100.00 - Max Salary $ 140,800.00

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Primary Location: United States | IL | Chicago

Organization: BC-2357 Buildings-US North Central MCF

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Nonmanager

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/06/2025 11:06:31

Req ID: REQ250001VR