Electrical Engineering Lead

Venor is proud to partner with MCW Maricor to hire a self-motivated, driven and hardworking professional  Electrical Engineering Lead  to join their Halifax, Nova Scotia office.
For over fifteen years, MCW Consultants Ltd. and MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. have prioritized sustainable building designs. To date, we have secured the largest block of verified carbon emissions savings of any Canadian consulting firm, helping our clients permanently reduce their environmental footprint.
This role is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial-minded Senior Electrical Engineer who is eager to help shape and grow a practice, not just contribute to it. You will play a key leadership role in mentoring and developing an established engineering team, influencing technical direction, and supporting the continued expansion of the business. For a proven leader who demonstrates initiative, strategic thinking, and a long-term commitment to building people, clients, and capability, this position offers meaningful scope to increase responsibility, influence outcomes, and grow alongside the organization.
What You’ll Be Doing    Lead and inspire  a team of early-career and experienced professionals, with a strong focus on mentorship, knowledge sharing, and developing the next generation of engineers.
Build and sustain  a high-performing engineering team while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence.
Prepare and review  technical deliverables that support effective project planning, scheduling, and budget control.
Lead   the development  of concept designs, including load calculations, schematics, equipment selection, and system design reports.
Provide oversight and technical leadership  to a talented team of electrical professionals, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality, well-coordinated designs.
Review, approve, and execute  electrical designs and layouts in accordance with project requirements and applicable codes and standards.
Review electrical technical documentation , including drawings, specifications, datasheets, and reports, to ensure accuracy, constructability, and quality.
Participate in project meetings  and coordinate closely with internal teams, architects, and external consultants across multiple disciplines.
Conduct site visits  and inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with safety regulations, codes, and design intent.
Coordinate effectively  with internal disciplines and external partners, including consultants, architects, and contractors.
Perform technical reviews  and provide sound recommendations on engineering designs and reports.
Promote and uphold  ethical, professional, and regulatory standards in all aspects of electrical engineering work.
Complete quality assurance  and quality control audits to ensure designs meet company standards and best practices.
Communicate clearly and professionally  with clients, architects, subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders at all levels.
Provide ongoing mentorship,  coaching, and technical guidance to junior staff members.
Support business development  initiatives and contribute to the maintenance and growth of long-term client relationships.
What we are looking for  The ideal candidate is a seasoned Electrical Engineer with post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, and holds a Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation in the Province of Nova Scotia. You bring consulting-industry experience, including engineering design coordination and multi-disciplinary project management, and possess a comprehensive understanding of current engineering principles, Canadian engineering standards, and project management best practices.

Comfortable conducting site visits and working in tools such as REVIT, you are able to translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership. Highly analytical and detail-oriented, you exercise sound, independent judgment, excel at problem solving, and remain resilient in fast-paced or ambiguous environments. You are client-focused, results-driven, and committed to continuous learning, with exceptional communication, time management, and organizational skills.

As a collaborative team player and natural leader, you take pride in mentoring and inspiring others while helping grow and strengthen a high-performing engineering team.
If you’re ready to take on a leadership role where your expertise, initiative, and vision can help shape both people and projects, we encourage you to apply to Erika Hildebrand via

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