Sr. Technical Advisor

Final date to receive applications: March 17, 2026

Join the EDC Team!

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.

Position: Senior Technical Advisor

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation Details:

• Technical Advisory 19:
  Salaries typically range from $112, 006 to $149, 341 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.

Location:

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, currently requiring employees to work in the office 2 days per week. (subject to change)

• This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa.

• Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

About EDC:

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC?

• Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.

• Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s & no meeting Fridays.

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.

• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed.

• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.

• Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.

Team Overview:

Making a difference is not just about what you do. It is about how you do it. And who you do it with. A career at EDC gives you the chance to help Canadian companies conquer the global marketplace. To do business responsibly. To work shoulder-to-shoulder with some of the brightest, most dedicated professionals in their fields. People like you, who want to make a difference - for companies, for Canada and for each other.

Within EDC, Technical Advisory Services (TAS) is a team of experienced engineering professionals with in-depth technical, industry, and business expertise in a variety of key industries. The team works together in bringing skills and knowledge that combine engineering and project management expertise and commercial discipline to our clients. Together, we assess and help mitigate technical, industry, operational, commercial and managerial risks associated with financial services provided by EDC.

This includes due diligence services on technical and commercial feasibility of project and investment proposals. Although not exclusively, a considerable proportion of work is in support of structured and project finance transactions. EDC’s Structured and Project Finance group is a significant player in global project and infrastructure finance, having closed over USD 53.3 billion in financings (as of the end of 2025).

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Advisor in the TAS team with expertise in one or more of the areas below. Note that in addition to your primary sector(s), you will have opportunities to expand your knowledge base and support your team members in other sectors as required.

• Infrastructure

• Utilities (power and water)

• Power Generation (renewables and non-renewables)

• Clean technologies

• Advanced Manufacturing

• Resources (forestry and agri-food)

• Mining and metals

As the Senior Technical Advisor, you will report to the Managing Principal and deliver in-house consulting services, providing guidance and advice to lending, insurance and equity underwriting groups from deal origination through to signing,…