Electrical Technologist

M&R Engineering, now part of BPA, is a mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm. For over 50 years, they have supplied mechanical and electrical systems design and supervisory services, sustainability consulting, energy auditing, commissioning, and energy modeling.

Founded in 1956, BPA is a consulting engineering firm that specializes in buildings for institutional, commercial, multi-unit residential, and industrial markets. With a Canada-wide presence, we offer our clients expertise in mechanical and structural engineering, electricity and power, sustainable development and energy efficiency, telecommunications, security, building automation, acoustics, food service, and commissioning.

Motivated by our values of integrity, excellence, accomplishment, and passion, we will fully accomplish our mission: To build a sustainable future.

Together, we can make a greater positive impact on the world through engineering, which has the power to make a difference! 

M&R has an immediate opening at our Halifax location for an Electrical Technologist.  This opportunity is for a talented individual who enjoys challenging projects, and interesting work, and is looking for an opportunity to develop a career within a dynamic consulting firm.  You will join an established team of design professionals providing innovative solutions for challenging building design projects.  You will be reporting to the Electrical Managers.

Your main responsibilities

• Coordinate, verify and design electrical building systems for various projects for different sectors (institutional, office, commercial, cultural and residential)
• Help carry out surveys of existing conditions, draw up plans using AutoCAD and Revit, and write specifications
• Help prepare budget estimates
• Work closely with the project team to develop solutions tailored to client needs
• Provide technical support for layout and design
• Provide assistance in regard to site supervision

Your Profile

• Education : DEC
• Professional title or accreditation : Professional technologist or equivalent
• Experience : Min 1 Year
• Language competencies : To be validated according to the position's needs and location
• Technological competencies : AutoCad, Revit, Office 365 suite
• Competencies related to the position : Adaptability and Flexibility, Application of Professional Knowledge, Communication, Dependability, Personal Organization, Problem Solving/Analysis, Time Management

A career at BPA means:

• A competitive compensation package.
  • Health and Dental Plan
  • Employer matching contributions for RRSP.
  • Vacation allowance commensurate with experience
  • Reduced rates for memberships at GoodLife Fitness
• Membership Dues reimbursement
• Education and learning opportunities for technical development and leadership roles support.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work/life balance.
• A great team with a range of expertise to support you.
• To participate in social events put on by the company or the in-house “Fun Club”.