JOB TITLE: Lead Engineer, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (Toronto, ON)
LOCATION: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Who we are?
Built on more than a century of innovation and decades of substation expertise, Linxon blends AtkinsRéalis’ project management strength with Hitachi Energy’s technological leadership. Together, we deliver high‑performing EPC solutions that strengthen the power grid.
We support community growth and industrial development by providing end‑to‑end engineering, procurement, management, and construction services for complex AC substation and electrification projects across five core markets.
What We Believe?
We believe in the value of every client’s investment and take pride in tackling challenging, high‑risk projects. With deep expertise and continuous development, our teams operate with the precision, resilience, and mission‑focus needed to deliver crucial infrastructure—often described as the “special forces” of our industry.
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How you will make your impact?
This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is a new position at Linxon.
As a Lead Engineer, you play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure. You are entrusted with leading, coordinating, and executing all engineering aspects across Linxon’s diverse and high‑impact projects—including Air‑Insulated Switchgear (AIS), Gas‑Insulated Switchgear (GIS), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Rail and Infrastructure programs, Data Centers, and both offshore and onshore Wind developments.
In this role, you serve as the technical anchor for the project team—driving safety, cost efficiency, quality, and reliability at every stage. You provide strong technical leadership across all engineering disciplines, ensuring seamless integration and alignment from concept through execution.
What will you do?
Lead all in‑house and outsourced engineering work from proposal through construction, ensuring every project meets contract expectations and technical excellence.
Manage the engineering budget, driving smart cost‑control decisions that keep projects financially strong.
Keep engineering schedules on track with a focus on on‑time delivery, high‑quality outputs, and disciplined project costs.
Define the project’s technical direction by developing design criteria and maintaining an accurate deliverables list.
Introduce innovative, cost‑effective engineering solutions that elevate performance and reduce complexity.
Strengthen vendor selection and subcontract negotiations with expert technical insight.
Ensure all designs meet safety requirements and industry standards.
Review internal and external design packages for accuracy, constructability, and cost efficiency.
Verify vendor compliance and witness factory acceptance tests to ensure equipment quality.
Support the Project Manager with scope control, procurement, scheduling, and change management.
Uphold quality and document‑control processes to maintain clarity and traceability.
Lead customer technical discussions, manage engineering approvals, and resolve design‑related questions.
Address site queries and NCRs quickly to keep construction moving safely and efficiently.
Who you are?
You bring 8+ years of engineering or project management experience, ideally within an EPC environment, giving you the practical insight and leadership skills needed to drive complex energy‑infrastructure projects forward.
You hold a BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), providing the technical foundation to make informed decisions, solve complex challenges, and lead with confidence in a highly technical setting.
Take clear ownership of engineering budgets and decisions.
Consistently uphold contract requirements, quality, and safety.
Bring strong technical judgment and a collaborative mindset.
Help teams deliver reliable results that support a sustainable energy future.
What we offer?
The compensation range for this position is between CAD $117,200 and CAD $156,300.
Rewards & Benefits at Linxon
At Linxon, we’re committed to supporting your success and wellbeing at every stage of your life and career. When you join our team in Ontario, you’ll have access to a range of rewards and benefits designed to help you thrive—professionally, personally, and financially.
Flexible Benefits Supporting Your Life
You’ll enjoy a comprehensive suite of flexible benefits that you can tailor to your individual needs, including health and wellness coverage, financial protection plans, and lifestyle‑support options—reflecting the standards and expectations of employees across Ontario.
Learning, Training & Professional Growth
At Linxon, continuous learning is part of our culture. You’ll have access to diverse opportunities for technical training, leadership development, and career advancement to expand your skills in the power infrastructure and engineering sector.
Hybrid Flexibility & Time‑Off Policies
We understand the importance of work–life balance. Our hybrid working model, combined with generous paid time off and leave programs compliant with Ontario employment legislation, helps you build a rewarding career while maintaining the personal time you value.
What you need to know?
Linxon is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member and candidate feels respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities and are committed to providing inclusive candidate experience. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will be happy to support you.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and where applicable, must possess a valid work permit or other required documentation.
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Linxon is committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and applicable human‑rights legislation, accommodation will be provided upon request throughout all stages of recruitment and hiring.
Candidates selected for an interview or offered employment will receive information about Linxon’s accommodation policies, and full details will be provided during the onboarding process.
We are proud to announce that Linxon has been certified as a Great Place to Work® reflecting our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and teamwork.
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At Linxon, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.