Airfield Electrical Engineer in Training

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as an Electrical Engineer in Training, focusing on airport projects and collaborating with various sectors such as transportation and water. This entry-level role offers a chance to make a significant impact on community infrastructure while working alongside seasoned professionals. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and demonstrate basic proficiency in relevant tools and concepts.

Qualifications

• Registered EIT or eligible for registration in 3 months.
• Minimum of 0-4 years of experience, internship preferred.
• Broad electrical engineering design experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform design tasks on assigned airport projects.
• Conduct interpretations of drawings and related materials.
• Assist in gathering data to support design decisions.

Skills

Basic understanding of Revit

Basic understanding of AutoCAD

Ability to collaborate in a project team

Basic understanding of electrical engineering concepts

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

AGI 32

Visual Lighting Software

SKM

Job description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

In the capacity of Electrical Engineer in Training, you will interface directly with clients and stakeholders to effectively manage project deliverables, with a focus on quality and team collaboration. You will be primarily working with our airports practice but also supporting a number of our interconnected sectors, including transportation, buildings, industrial, pipelines and water teams as required. Airport experience is essential, however a broad range of electrical engineering design experience across these other sectors is advantageous.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Performs design tasks on assigned airport projects, under the supervision of our Lead Engineer or Project Manager, including preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, drawings and reports.

• Conducts basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials.

• Design, construction supervision and commissioning of airport electrical infrastructure, field electrical centers, regulators, cabling, remote kiosks, transformers, and related systems.

• Design of airfield installations for airfield ground lighting, approach lighting, signage, guidance systems, floodlighting and various other aerodrome electrical, guidance and lighting systems.

• Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/ designer.

• Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic understanding of Revit and AutoCad, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool.

• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

• Basic understanding of local and federal design guidelines and specifications.

• Basic understanding of electrical engineering concepts and the ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.

• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.

• Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from senior engineers/designers.

• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with AGI 32, Visual Lighting Software, SKM, Newforma.

• Practical experience of SKM, AGI32 and AutoCAD Civil 3D to be considered an asset.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.

• Registered EIT or eligible to become registered within 3 months.

• Minimum of 0-4 years of experience.

• Internship experience preferred.

• Experience with interdisciplinary civil and mechanical concepts is considered an asset.Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Salary Range(s):

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 65,300.00 - Max Salary $ 91,400.00

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary
Organization: 1136 Transpt-CA Alberta-Calgary AB
Employee Status: Regular
Job Level: Entry Level
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 21/06/2025 06:06:00
Req ID: 1001150