Electrical Project Engineer - Buildings

CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world! Our Vancouver Buildings team is looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to be actively involved in healthcare, post-secondary, municipal, infrastructure, and commercial developments across the region. Joining our team in Vancouver provides a unique opportunity to work on impactful regional projects while contributing to the growth of a local engineering team supported by the technical expertise of CIMA+ offices across Canada. CIMA+ is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Buildings team in Vancouver. In this role, you will contribute to the design and delivery of electrical systems for a wide variety of building projects in the Metro Vancouver area. You will work closely with engineers, technologists, and other disciplines to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while supporting the continued growth of CIMA+’s local presence in the region. This role offers a balance of technical design, project coordination, and field engagement, including site visits and construction support for projects throughout BC. You will have the opportunity to take part in our hybrid work model that includes flexible work hours, working from home and in our Vancouver office. Primary Responsibilities • Design and develop electrical systems for buildings including lighting, power distribution, communications, security, and fire alarm systems • Prepare electrical designs, drawings, and models using Revit and AutoCAD • Perform electrical design calculations and assist with equipment selection and system layouts • Coordinate electrical designs with architectural, mechanical, and structural disciplines • Conduct site visits and field investigations to review existing conditions and support construction activities • Participate in project meetings and collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams • Support proposal preparation and contribute to project planning activities • Continued professional development through participation in internal and external learning opportunities • Assist in mentoring junior staff and contributing to the development of the local engineering team  • Directly engage with clients to understand project needs and maintain strong business relationships • Contribute to the continued growth of the Vancouver Buildings practice