Electrical Engineer

NES Fircroft; Alberta; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer for a 12-month term at their Medicine Hat Plant Site. You will lead projects across their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and P.Eng designation, with a minimum of 6 years of experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to support plant operations while managing independent projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in an industrial plant environment.
• Experience in project coordination or project management considered an asset.
• Ability to work effectively with limited oversight and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the engineering design of instrumentation and electrical systems across project phases.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and engineering guidelines.
• Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary teams to manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Electrical design

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation

Job description

Job Title: Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

Location: Medicine Hat Plant Site

Term: 12 months (as work is available)

Designation: Electrical Engineering Degree with P.Eng required

Experience: Minimum 6 years, able to work with limited oversight

Job Description

The Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for leading, reviewing, designing, and coordinating medium- to high-complexity, multi-disciplinary projects across their full lifecycle. This includes early‑stage research and definition, planning and estimating, detailed execution, commissioning, and project closeout. The role ensures all work adheres to established codes, internal engineering standards, and industry best practices.

In addition to project responsibilities, the E&I Engineer will provide specialized technical expertise to support ongoing plant operations. This includes diagnosing and resolving issues related to instrumentation, electrical systems, control systems, and safety systems to maintain reliability, performance, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the engineering design of instrumentation and electrical systems across project phases.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and engineering guidelines.
• Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary teams to manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
• Prepare engineering deliverables including specifications, drawings, estimates, and technical reports.
• Participate in and support project commissioning and turnover activities.
• Provide technical guidance to address plant issues related to instrumentation, electrical, control, and safety systems.
• Work independently with minimal direction while supporting project stakeholders and plant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation required.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in an industrial plant environment.
• Experience in project coordination or project management considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation, electrical design, and control/safety systems.
• Ability to work effectively with limited oversight and manage multiple priorities.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.