Ameresco

Lead Electrical Engineer

Join Ameresco in Richmond Hill, Canada as a Lead Electrical Engineer. This role involves designing electrical systems for solar, wind, and battery storage projects. Benefit from a hybrid work model and opportunities to mentor junior engineers in a leading renewable energy company.
Ameresco
Ameresco
Richmond Hill, Canada Hybrid Full time UTC-05:00

Ameresco

Company Overview

Ameresco, Inc.

Framingham, MA, United States

2000

Approximately 1,500 employees (source: ir.ameresco.com). Revenue figures for 2023 or later are not detailed in available data.

What They Do

Ameresco has transitioned from a focus on energy efficiency and conservation to a comprehensive energy infrastructure solutions provider. Their offerings include upgrades to aging infrastructure, smart energy efficiency implementations, and the development, construction, and operation of distributed energy resources such as renewable energy plants. This product-neutral and supplier-independent approach allows them to effectively address both energy supply and demand (source: ameresco.com). Their core technology focus encompasses energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability, and renewable energy solutions, including solar photovoltaic operations and maintenance, biogas-to-energy plants, and more (source: ir.ameresco.com). Target markets for Ameresco include federal, state, and local governments, utilities, data centers, educational and healthcare institutions, housing authorities, and commercial/industrial customers across North America and Europe (source: members.naesco.org).

Projects & Track Record

Ameresco has a notable track record of energy-saving projects across various sectors, including government, healthcare, education, and commercial clients. One of their pioneering projects was the establishment of one of the first green biogas-to-energy power plants in Massachusetts in 2001. They currently manage over 150 megawatts of solar facilities, showcasing their capabilities in renewable energy (source: ir.ameresco.com). Ongoing major projects include the £1 billion Bristol City Leap Partnership in the UK, a city-wide decarbonization initiative that is projected to create over 1,000 local jobs and generate £61 million in social value within its first five years (source: ir.ameresco.com). Their geographic presence spans the US, Canada, the UK, and broader Europe, supported by over 50 offices (source: ameresco.com).

Recent Developments

In the last two years, Ameresco has focused on operational scaling rather than major new contracts or acquisitions explicitly dated post-2023. A December 2, 2025 company page update reaffirmed its NYSE:AMRC status and portfolio expansion into net-zero decarbonization (source: ameresco.com). Earlier acquisitions, such as Plug Smart, have integrated key staff into leadership roles, enhancing their Midwest presence and capabilities in smart building solutions (source: wbjournal.com). While no new mergers or funding rounds have been specified from 2024-2025, Ameresco has received historical recognitions, including rankings in the Boston Business Journal and Forbes 100 Best Small Companies (source: ir.ameresco.com).

Working There

Ameresco offers a variety of roles across different departments, including energy professionals, construction and operations, management, and marketing. Hiring occurs at their headquarters in Framingham, MA, as well as over 50 regional offices across North America and Europe (source: ir.ameresco.com). The company culture emphasizes C.A.R.I.N.G. values—Committed, Attitude, Nimble, Greatness—along with a focus on respect and integrity, prioritizing a people-first approach and customer satisfaction (source: ameresco.com). While specific benefits are not documented, the company highlights purpose-driven employment and professional development opportunities (source: ameresco.com).


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Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco is currently looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer who will support the project team reporting directly to the Manager of Electrical Engineering. This is a hybrid position based out of our office in Richmond Hill, ON.

Responsibilities

  • Working autonomously on multiple projects with coaching or support from Engineering Manager/ Project Managers.
  • Conceptual and detailed electrical design of green energy generation systems such as solar, wind, and battery storage, including interconnections with building and utility grid infrastructure.
  • Electrical power distribution design, analysis and calculations in Low, Medium or High Voltage systems.
  • Microgrid Control systems design, protection and control, and power system modelling.
  • Auditing and assessing existing building electrical systems such as power distribution, and lighting.
  • Draft proposals with details including: designs, specifications, surveys, measures, calculations, and costing for potential clients.
  • Provide technical support to internal departments including Marketing and Business Development to assist in the sales cycle.
  • Preparing conceptual plans for systems.
  • Designing new or retrofit systems.
  • Preparing technical specifications, equipment selection, and tenders.
  • Commissioning retrofitted or new building systems.
  • Preparing operations and maintenance manuals.
  • Providing training to customer staff regarding the improvements made to the facilities.
  • Mentor and coach junior team members to develop technical and professional skills.
  • Work and present information professionally to customers as necessary.
  • Other responsibilities as required by direct manager.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering Degree and/or Master of Engineering in Power Engineering or Control Systems
  • Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering experience
  • Provincial Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng)

Additional Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of low, medium or high voltage power distribution, and building electrical systems
  • Experienced in Microgrid Control system and Protection & Control.
  • Proficient in power system analysis and modelling software such as ETAP, Easy Power, PSCAD or others
  • Knowledge of microgrid integration of renewal energy sources with conventional power sources.
  • Knowledge of solar PV design software such PVSyst, Helioscope.
  • Knowledge of SCADA, instrumentation and measurement equipment
  • AutoCAD and MS Office programs including proficiency with Excel

Ameresco Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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About the role

July 2, 2026

July 2, 2026

Full time

Hybrid

Company

Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Energy Storage, Smart Grid

Ameresco

ameresco.com

  •  Richmond Hill, Canada

Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering experience

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