Electrical Engineer

ECL Group of Companies; Edmonton; Vor Ort; CAD 150.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Four day work week

RRSP matching

On-site gym

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

ECL Group of Companies is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Edmonton, AB. You will own the electrical scope on multi-discipline EPC projects from concept to commissioning and mentor junior engineers and designers.

You will lead electrical design activities, ensure compliance with CSA/API/NFPA/IEEE standards, and coordinate with project teams and clients to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and P.Eng designation.
• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience, EPC/consulting preferred.
• Track record leading electrical scopes on heavy industrial projects (oil sands, refining, petrochemical).
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, codes and standards (CSA, API, NFPA, IEEE).

Aufgaben

• Provide technical leadership for electrical activities across projects.
• Lead electrical engineering and design on industrial projects through FEED and detailed design.
• Design and review power distribution, switchgear, transformers, and motor controls.
• Ensure designs meet codes, regulations, and client standards throughout the project life cycle.
• Mentor engineers and designers; coordinate multi-discipline teams.
• Act as main technical contact for clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Attend site visits and client meetings; participate in risk assessments.

Kenntnisse

Electrical leadership

Code compliance

Project coordination

Mentoring

Ausbildung

Electrical Engineering degree

P.Eng designation (APEGA)

Tools

CSA standards

IEEE knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Lead Electrical EngineerType: On Site, Full-time Location: Edmonton, AB

About Our Client

Our client is an established Edmonton engineering firm that delivers industrial EPC projects for long term clients in oil and gas, mining, and heavy industry. They are known for practical engineering, a strong safety culture, and a collaborative team that has earned national recognition as a great place to work. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior electrical engineer who wants to lead without stepping away from the technical work. You will own the electrical scope on multi-discipline projects from early concept through construction and commissioning, while mentoring the next generation of engineers and designers.

Employees enjoy an optional four day work week, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits with RRSP matching, and a modern office with an on-site gym and free parking.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working closely with project managers and the other engineering disciplines, you will provide technical leadership for all electrical engineering activities on a range of industrial projects.
• Leading Electrical Engineering
• Lead electrical engineering and design on industrial projects through conceptual engineering, FEED, detailed design, and construction support.
• Design and review deliverables for power generation and distribution, motor control, transformers, switchgear, and other industrial equipment, including drawings and bulk material takeoffs.
• Review designs throughout the project life cycle for consistency, functionality, and compliance with codes, regulations, and client standards.
• Deliver projects in line with the company’s safety, quality, and engineering standards.
• Solving Technical Challenges
• Identify technical risks and develop practical, cost effective solutions.
• Prepare work packages, respond to RFIs, and resolve technical deviations from specifications.
• Take part in risk assessments and put controls in place for electrical hazards.
• Managing Procurement
• Prepare material requisitions.
• Review vendor drawings and complete technical bid evaluations.
• Building Client and Project Relationships
• Act as a main technical contact for clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate electrical work with piping, civil, mechanical, process, and automation teams.
• Attend site visits, field surveys, construction reviews, and client meetings as needed.
• Leading & Developing People
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to electrical engineers, EITs, and designers.

What You Bring

• Experience: A degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and P.Eng. designation with APEGA or another Canadian association.
• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience, ideally within an EPC or consulting environment.
• A track record leading electrical scopes on heavy industrial projects such as oil sands, refining, or petrochemical facilities.
• Experience with electrical deliverables across the full project life cycle.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and applicable codes and standards, including CSA, API, NFPA, and IEEE.
• Experience with medium and low voltage distribution systems and equipment, including transformers, switchgear, VFDs, MCCs, and motors.
• Experience with power system studies (load flow, short circuit, relay coordination, arc flash, motor starting) is considered an asset.
• Key Competencies: Proven ability to lead and coordinate multi-discipline teams.
• A genuine interest in mentoring engineers and designers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Practical, solutions focused approach to engineering challenges.
• Comfortable working fully in office as part of a close-knit team.