Electrical Engineer-Data Centre Design & Planning

Req Id: 429982 Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we’re building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day. We believe in empowering people. That’s why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you’re inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what’s possible, you belong on #TeamBell. Summary We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to help power Bell’s groundbreaking national AI Fabric program—an ambitious, first of its kind initiative that will position Canada as a global leader in Sovereign AI. This program is building a secure, high performance, coast to coast AI compute fabric that will accelerate innovation, strengthen national technological independence, and enable the next generation of AI driven services. In this role, you will design and shape the electrical backbone of advanced data centres that support massive GPU clusters, mission critical AI workloads, and the most demanding digital infrastructure in the country. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a high impact national mission while applying deep technical expertise to systems that will define the future of Canadian AI capability. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, review, and optimization of electrical systems for new data centre builds, expansions, and retrofits. Develop single line diagrams, load calculations, power distribution layouts, and protection coordination studies. Evaluate and plan electrical infrastructure including MV/LV switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, RPPs, grounding, and redundancy configurations (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1). Collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, facility operations teams, and external partners to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and compliance requirements. Participate in site assessments, capacity planning, and operational audits to determine infrastructure readiness and alignment with design standards. Provide technical guidance on procurement specifications for electrical equipment and ensure vendor solutions meet engineering requirements. Support commissioning efforts including FAT, SAT, and integrated systems testing. Identify electrical risks and propose design improvements to increase resiliency, efficiency, and scalability. Maintain up to date documentation, including design packages, operational procedures, and as built drawings. Contribute to long term infrastructure planning aligned with organizational growth and emerging compute workloads (AI/ML, HPC, GPU clusters). Critical Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; P.Eng or eligibility for professional licensure preferred. 5–10+ years of experience in electrical design for mission critical facilities (data centres, telecom, industrial power systems). Strong understanding of power distribution, emergency/backup systems, UPS technologies, and switchgear operation. Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (CSA, OESC, IEEE, NEC/NFPA, TIA 942). Experience with high density and high availability environments (AI compute, GPU clusters) is an asset. Proficiency with design and modeling tools (AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, SKM, or similar). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to collaborate across engineering, operations, and vendor teams. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities with a focus on reliability, safety, and operational excellence. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting operational teams in troubleshooting or planning electrical maintenance activities. Knowledge of energy optimization strategies, power usage effectiveness (PUE), and sustainability initiatives. Background in planning and supporting large scale infrastructure deployments. Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Additional Information Position Type: ManagementJob Status: Regular - Full TimeJob Location: Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Alberta : Calgary || Canada : Alberta : Edmonton || Canada : British Columbia : Vancouver || Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Quebec : Montreal || Canada : Saskatchewan : Regina Work Arrangement: Hybrid Application Deadline: 05/22/2026 For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs. Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted. We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners. At Bell, we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, supported, and that they belong. Bell is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise. We also want to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to join our team. We encourage individuals who may require accommodations during the hiring process to let us know. For a confidential inquiry, email your recruiter or [email protected] to make arrangements.If you have questions or feedback regarding accessibility at Bell, we invite you to complete the Accessibility feedback form or visit our Accessibility page for other ways to contact us. Artificial intelligence may be used to assess parts of your application. Please review our privacy policy (see Phenom for details) to learn more about how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information. Created: Canada, ON, Toronto Bell, one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Lead the design and optimization of electrical systems for advanced data centres supporting AI compute fabrics and GPU clusters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure resiliency, safety, and scalability through detailed planning and commissioning.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5-10+ years of experience in mission-critical facility design. Proficiency in design tools like AutoCAD or ETAP and a strong understanding of electrical codes (CSA, IEEE, NEC) are essential.

• Medical Benefits • Dental Benefits • Vision Benefits • Mental Health Benefits • Employee Discount

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Electrical Design
• Power Distribution
• Load Calculations
• Single Line Diagrams
• UPS Systems
• Switchgear Operation
• Protection Coordination Studies
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• ETAP
• SKM
• Capacity Planning
• Commissioning
• Stakeholder Management
• Infrastructure Planning
• Regulatory Compliance

• Engineering
• Technology
• Data & Analytics
• Energy
• Management & Leadership

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

12 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

3 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Not Applicable