Electrical and Instrumentation Designer

VTEK Consultants Inc.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and complete benefits package

Flexible schedule and collaborative environment

Continuous training and growth opportunities

Exposure to large-scale projects

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Canada is seeking a Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Designer to support complex petrochemical projects. You will be responsible for designing and updating electrical and instrumentation documents, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in similar environments and proficiency in AutoCAD and SPI/INtools, with strong teamwork and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation design, ideally in petrochemical or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with hazardous area and intrinsic safety standards.
• Strong understanding of industrial power and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce layout and schematic drawings for electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Prepare assembly drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Update existing designs and implement required modifications.
• Support manufacturing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with CSA, NEC, API, ISA, and related standards.

Skills

Electrical and instrumentation design

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Control systems understanding

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD

SPI (INtools)

Job description

Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Designer

VTEK Consultants Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Designer to support complex petrochemical projects. The successful candidate will design, produce, and update electrical and instrumentation drawings and documentation while ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements. This position involves multidisciplinary coordination, support during fabrication and testing, and contributions to continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and complete benefits package.
• Flexible schedule and collaborative environment.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale petrochemical and energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce layout and schematic drawings for electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Prepare assembly drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Update existing designs and implement required modifications.
• Support manufacturing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with CSA, NEC, API, ISA, and related standards.
• Coordinate with other engineering teams to optimize integration.
• Use AutoCAD, SmartPlant, SPI (INtools), EPLAN, or equivalent software.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Instrumentation.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation design, ideally in petrochemical or industrial environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and SPI/INtools.
• Strong understanding of industrial power and control systems.
• Familiarity with hazardous area and intrinsic safety standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Member (or eligible for membership) of a provincial professional order, depending on the region of practice.

About VTEK

A leader in engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM), VTEK delivers safe and sustainable solutions for the refining, petrochemical, mining, agrifood, and biofuel industries.