Electrical Designer / Drafter

Sunbelt Solomon; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

RRSP with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Sunbelt Solomon in Edmonton is seeking an Electrical Designer/Drafter to create electrical and controls drawings that support our consulting services for water, wastewater, land development, and power systems projects.

You will engage with engineers and project managers, attend site meetings, and contribute to developing design packages and industry-ready documents with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree or similar qualification.
• 2 years’ experience in drafting.
• Proficiency with Autodesk.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical and controls drawings using Autodesk software.
• Provide drafting support to Engineers and Project Managers.
• Build and maintain client and vendor relationships for project success.
• Coordinate repairs, inspections and approvals of Construction Completion Certificates.

Skills

Autodesk Software

Drafting

Electrical Systems

Communication

Time Management

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant3D

MEP

Electrical Design Software

Job description

Brief Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Designer / Drafter within our Engineering Team in our Edmonton office. Reporting to the Consulting Engineer, the successful candidate will be accountable for creating exceptional client experiences by creating and designing electrical and controls drawings that support the team in the various areas of electrical consulting services. The team provides electrical consulting services for a variety of projects including water and wastewater projects, land development, Utility distribution upgrades, electrical studies, lighting designs, and protection coordination.

Accountabilities

• Prepare detailed drawings using Autodesk Software package including:
  • AutoCAD
  • Plant3D
  • MEP
  • Electrical
• Provide technical support to Engineers and Project Managers. Preparation of work packages for teams and clients
• Build and maintain exceptional client and vendor relationships to enable successful project execution
• Coordinate and arrange for repairs, inspections and approvals of Construction Completion Certificates as required
• Provide drafting, design, and coordination within engineering department
• Attend on site construction meetings, document meeting minutes, and provide support to Project Managers during construction and commissioning phases of assigned work
• Attend Industry Events, interface with clients with business development intent

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering Degree or similar qualification of a technical institute in electrical systems
• 2 years’ experience professional training in drafting
• Proficiency with Autodesk
• Strong business acumen and relationship building skills
• Proficient computer experience in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong problem solving skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a dynamic work environment
• Excellent time management skills with a strong attention to detail
• Professional team player with excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Any of the following skills would be considered an asset:

• Proficiency with AGI32 or similar lighting design packages would be an asset
• Experience with electrical system testing/commissioning
• Experience with protection relays and associated software
• Experience with ETAP, SKM or EASYPOWER software
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD, SAG10 or Overhead Design software would be an asset
• Experience with Controls and Instrumentation Design and/or Installation
• Experience with Programming PLCs and or DCSs

Summary

Where Potential Powers Progress

At Sunbelt Solomon, we believe progress starts with people - their ideas, their expertise, and their drive to make energy work better. With more than a century of combined experience, we deliver full-lifecycle power, energy, and automation solutions across the Americas. From our 39+ locations and a team of over 1,600 skilled professionals, we serve nearly every industry with the people, products, and insight needed to keep the electricity running. Our solutions span low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, covering the complete electrical lifecycle, from design and engineering to operation, maintenance, modernization, and sustainable decommissioning. We're known for our expertise in remanufacturing electrical equipment, including transformers and switchgear, and for providing flexible, reliable temporary power rental solutions. Through the Sunbelt Solomon family of brands, including Trinity Power, Magna IV Engineering, and Power Solutions Group, we combine deep technical field experience with advanced engineering and turnkey project delivery. Together, we help customers optimize performance, extend asset life, and achieve sustainability goals while building a more resilient, efficient energy future. At our core, we're powered by people - innovators, engineers, technicians, and problem solvers - all working together to deliver energy solutions that move industries forward.

Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values

In developing our mission, purpose, vision and core business values, we engaged in a thoughtful process that incorporated the combined principles of our family of companies and reflects our commitment to valuing our history and investing in our people, services, and products.

Mission:

Through a culture of integrity, bold innovation, and customer-centricity we create value for our partners and team members with safe and reliable electrical power solutions and services.

Purpose:

To enhance the lives of our team members and partners through sustainable products and services in the communities we serve.

Vision:

To be the leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services.

Core Values

• People: The core of our success.
• Safety: It's in our DNA.
• Strategic: We forge our own future.
• Sustainability: Industry leaders in power distribution life cycle management.
• Performance: Delivering excellence at every opportunity.

Company Benefits

The organization offers a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package to employees who work 20 hours per week or more. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, RRSP with company match, life insurance and disability, paid vacation, sick time, and holiday. Temp employees are not eligible for company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pre-Employment Screening

Following an offer of employment all candidates are required to complete a background check prior to being cleared to start employment. A drug screen and/or Motor Vehicle Record check may also be required based on the job responsibilities of the position.