Electrical Engineer

Associated Engineering (ONT) Ltd; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Edmonton is actively seeking an Electrical Engineer for their team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering and over 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include designing power systems, supervising engineers or technicians, and developing specifications for electrical equipment. This company offers a flexible work environment, competitive salaries, and various benefits including a fitness allowance and professional development support.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Fitness allowance

Company-matching pension

Parental leave top-up

On-site fitness centre

Discounted childcare rates

Active Social Club

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in a multi-discipline engineering setting.
• Registered, or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Proven leadership skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Active in the design of power systems and electrical distribution.
• Supervise engineers or technicians and review their work.
• Develop specifications for electrical equipment and systems.

Skills

Electrical theory

Rotating machines

Electrical systems (600VAC and lower)

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering

Job description

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Job Title

Electrical Engineer

Location

Edmonton Office - Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6 CA (Primary)

Category

Electrical Instrumentation & Controls

About Us

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada.

We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 17 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!

Job Description

We are currently searching for an Electrical Engineer in our Edmonton office.

You will join a dynamic, high-performance team that provides a broad spectrum of services to municipal and industrial clients. You will be active in the design of power systems including medium voltage electrical service, metering, primary and secondary switchgear, motor control centres, low voltage electrical distribution systems, lighting, hazardous location classification and design, and fire alarms. As an intermediate engineer you will also be involved in supervising engineers or technicians, project planning and the review of subordinates’ work for technical accuracy.

What we offer

• A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible.
• A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, company-matching pension program, and a parental leave top-up program.
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentorship programs, training opportunities, professional designation support and a Young Professionals Group.
• An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
• Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
• An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton.

Job Requirements

What you will bring:

• An undergraduate degree in Electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered, or eligible for registration with APEGA as a Professional Engineer.
• Demonstrated 5+ years of progressive experience in a multi-discipline engineering setting.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, rotating machines, and electrical systems as it pertains to 600VAC and lower.
• The ability to apply electrical engineering principles and techniques to provide electrical engineering and design services for a wide variety of industries and clients.
• Developing and review single line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, control panel layouts, conduit routing, heat tracing, motor power and control schematics, and field wiring.
• Developing plans and details for hazardous area classification, grounding, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Developing specifications for electrical equipment such as electrical switchgear, motor control centres, and electrical back-up systems.
• Applying industry codes, standards, and safe guards such as the CEC, IEC, NFPA and client company standards to designs at hand.
• Experience in a multi-discipline project setting and Cross-discipline coordination to ensure that the multi-discipline design intent is met.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Self-starting and committed team player with the ability to work independently.
• Experience conducting field inspections and/or working with contractors is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.