What is the role?

In this role, you will lead and oversee Traffic Signal and Illumination Design projects for various clients, including the City of Toronto, Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), Municipalities, and Private Developers. Your responsibilities will include designing traffic signals and PHM-125 systems, integrating various traffic detector technologies, and creating lighting designs for roadways, highways, parking lots, and pedestrian pathways. Additionally, you will mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, providing technical expertise and support to enhance team performance and project outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our dynamic employee-owned engineering consulting firm. With a proven track record of successful projects and financial results, we provide a supportive environment for professional growth.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm, with a history of 70 years. We provide engineering consulting services in the areas of Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

LEA's Transportation Infrastructure Design Practice Area actively contributes to the development of our transportation infrastructure in Ontario by designing bridges, highways, and underground transit stations.

At LEA, we strive towards a common goal, which is self-realization and achieving the highest possible results. The company is fully owned by its employees and everyone's collective efforts directly contribute to the firm's longstanding success.

We're confident that by Joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total compensation package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Organizes regular social events such as golf day, canoeing and camping trips, skiing, bowling, treetop trekking, board games, baseball and hockey games, volleyball and softball leagues, and other charitable events.
• Hosts an extravagant overnight holiday party in Muskoka annually.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving our Environmental, Social, & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company, with continuous growth and expansion opportunities available by completing meaningful project work.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Leading and overseeing Traffic Signal and Illumination Design projects for a variety of clients, including the City of Toronto, the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), Municipalities, and Private Developers.
• Leading the design of:
  • Traffic signals and PHM-125 systems, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client requirements.
  • Design and integration of various traffic detector technologies, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency.
  • Design of lighting for roadways, highways, parking lots, and pedestrian pathways, utilizing advanced techniques and tools.
• Coordinating and managing technical aspects of projects, liaising with other departments, clients, and sub-consultants to ensure seamless collaboration and project delivery.
• Mentoring and guiding junior engineers and designers, providing technical expertise and support to enhance team performance and project outcomes.
• Continuously growing professional skills and knowledge through seminars, workshops, and involvement in professional associations to stay updated on the latest trends, software, and technology.
• Manage other related assignments within the scope of the Transportation Infrastructure Design practice area.

The qualifications you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8-10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on traffic signal and illumination design projects.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant standards and codes, including those set by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO).
• Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD or other industry related tools.
• Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, sub-consultants, and other departments.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated on industry trends.

The work arrangement:

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone.

LEA is Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are incorporated into all levels of strategic planning and operational activities at LEA. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected statuses under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Additionally, we provide an accessible work environment and accommodate the accessibility needs of candidates. For information or assistance, please contact [email protected].

We thank all applicants, and we appreciate your interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Consider applying again once you see an opportunity that matches your experience and career interests. We encourage you to keep in touch and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.