Electrical Engineer – Ports & Marine

Arcadis

. Plan, design, coordinate, and deliver electrical systems for port, harbour, marine terminal, ferry, container, bulk handling, and waterfront infrastructure projects .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeLongueuil • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$76,000 - CA$114,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering for port and marine infrastructure projects, including design and delivery of power distribution systems, compliance with industry standards, and effective project coordination. Proficient in preparing technical documentation and conducting site investigations to support project phases from design to commissioning.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineer Designation (P.Eng.)Medium and Low Voltage Power DistributionAutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, ETAP, SKM ProficiencyProject Coordination and Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems DesignPower Distribution DesignEngineering CalculationsTechnical Specifications PreparationConstruction DocumentationLoad StudiesShort-Circuit StudiesCable RoutingUtility Infrastructure DesignGrounding and Bonding

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Industry Keywords

PortsMarine TerminalsInfrastructure ProjectsShore Power SystemsMultidisciplinary Project EnvironmentsConstruction SupportOperational SupportRegulatory ComplianceSustainability ObjectivesHealth and Safety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, design, coordinate, and deliver electrical systems for port, harbour, marine terminal, ferry, container, bulk handling, and waterfront infrastructure projects
Design medium- and low-voltage power distribution, shore power and vessel utility connections, lighting, grounding and bonding, backup power and UPS systems, communications, controls, and related electrical infrastructure
Contribute across feasibility, concept, preliminary design, detailed design, procurement, construction support, commissioning, and operational improvement phases
Prepare and review technical reports, engineering calculations, design drawings, specifications, equipment layouts, cable routing, load studies, short-circuit studies, coordination studies, and project documentation
Apply ports, marine, and electrical engineering standards and best practices
Identify technical issues, constructability considerations, project risks, and improvement opportunities
Coordinate with civil, structural, geotechnical, coastal, mechanical, process, automation, environmental, and operations disciplines
Coordinate with clients, port authorities, terminal operators, vessel operators, contractors, utilities, regulatory bodies, and project partners
Support scope, schedule, budget, quality, health and safety, sustainability, and resilience objectives
Participate in site visits, marine facility inspections, field investigations, condition assessments, construction support, commissioning support, and troubleshooting
Contribute to proposals, technical submissions, feasibility assessments, cost estimates, and project planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) or eligibility for registration with the relevant provincial engineering association is preferred
Experience in the design and delivery of ports, marine, transportation, industrial, waterfront, or infrastructure projects
Demonstrated understanding of medium and low voltage power distribution, shore power and vessel utility connections, grounding and bonding, backup power/UPS systems, lighting, communications, controls, conduit and cable routing, equipment layouts, electrical rooms, substations, and utility infrastructure
Familiarity with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations applicable to ports, marine terminals, shore power systems, and electrical infrastructure
Experience preparing engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, design drawings, and construction documentation
Proficiency with engineering software and design tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, ETAP, SKM, or related platforms is an asset
Strong understanding of multidisciplinary project environments and integrated design delivery
Experience supporting projects through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational support phases is an asset
Experience with site investigations, condition assessments, construction support, or commissioning activities in operational port, marine, industrial, or waterfront environments is an asset
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English required; French is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful work delivering sustainable solutions
Skills-based career development approach
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply