Electrical/Controls Engineer

Athenian Group; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical/Controls Engineer with extensive experience in electrical and systems design. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing design calculations, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects across Canada, contributing to innovative solutions in power generation and industrial applications. If you are a motivated self-starter with a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical or systems design for industrial facilities.
• Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards in electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement design calculations and specifications for electrical systems.
• Manage project scopes, cost estimates, and technical specifications.

Skills

Electrical Design

Systems Design

Project Management

Instrumentation Selection

Control Systems

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering

Professional Engineer (P. Eng)

Tools

DCS

PLC

Power Systems Software

Job description

Athenian Group is a full-service placement agency providing Professional Technical Recruitment, Staffing, and Payroll services to Canada’s top Consulting, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction companies.

Our focus is on providing businesses with the highest quality of workers for both contract and permanent staff positions.

Our client, a leading EPCM company with projects across Canada is currently recruiting for a Contract:

Electrical/Controls Engineer

You are a motivated self-starter and team contributor with at least 10 years of progressive Electrical or Systems Design experience within industrial or power generation facilities/equipment. You also bring the following skills and experience to the team:

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and proficiency in electrical or systems design and equipment specification.
• Prepare, verify, and implement design calculations.
• Codes and Standards: Knowledge and proficiency with relevant codes and standards is a must. Knowledge of other regulatory and industry codes and standards is an asset.
• Experience using relevant software/tools; experience with additional software/tools is an asset. Must be comfortable working in an industrial establishment and reviewing models.
• Excellence in interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to operate independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in instrumentation selection, specifications, quality control, and installation design.
• Experience with control & monitoring systems including DCS, PLC, communications, programming, networks, protocols, analog & digital control, I/O database development, cabinet design, security & camera systems, fire detection systems, factory acceptance testing.
• Experience with power systems including switchgear, MCC, transformers, cabling, cable tray, motors, panel design, arc flash & power flow analysis, grounding design, lighting, MV & LV power distribution, Canadian Electrical Code, protection design.
• Project management experience, including the development of scopes of work, cost estimates, technical specifications, procurement documents and bidding evaluations, as well as contract negotiation and management.
• On-site services including as-building, field measurements, construction supervision, commissioning lead, and commissioning support.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) registered with APEGS (or eligible to register).
• Previous electrical or systems design experience required.
• Motivated, self-starter with the ability to work under minimal supervision.

If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please contact:

Jason Wahl
Managing Partner
[e-mail]
877-596-5522

Note: Only those candidates who have the experience to match the requirements of the role will be contacted to discuss possibilities. All other details including a job description, location, compensation & benefits – will be discussed with the incumbent(s) / short-listed candidates.