Electrical Engineer

TPD; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

TPD is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for our client in Fort McMurray, AB. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and performance of electrical and instrumentation assets, with a strong focus on E&I, HV equipment, and continuous improvement.

Key duties include developing scopes of work, conducting reliability assessments and RCA, supporting maintenance and capital projects, reviewing drawings and datasheets, and ensuring safe integration of new installations. P.Eng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in maintenance or reliability engineering with E&I focus.
• P.Eng. with APEGA or eligible.
• Strong knowledge of HV equipment and electrical codes (CSA Z463, Z462, CSA C22.3, NETA).
• Experience with hazardous area installations and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work prioritizing safety, reliability, and availability of E&I assets.
• Conduct equipment reliability assessments and lifecycle analyses.
• Perform root cause analysis of failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Support maintenance, capital projects, commissioning, and design reviews.
• Ensure new installations integrate safely with existing systems.
• Review E&I drawings, datasheets, and technical documentation.
• Participate in HAZOP and MOC processes.
• Identify continuous improvement initiatives to improve performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting & problem-solving

Root cause analysis (RCA)

Safety, reliability & improvement

Communication & teamwork

HAZOP familiarity

Electrical design understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. eligibility with APEGA

Tools

SAP PM (CMMS)

DCS/PLC knowledge

Job description

ElectricalEngineer

Location:Fort McMurray, AB
Schedule:Mo-Fr 40hr work week (5/8s)
Job Type:Contract
Contract Duration: 15 months to start

TPD is looking to hire an experiencedElectrical Engineerfor our client in Fort McMurray

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of electrical and instrumentation assets. This position involves providing technical expertise, conducting equipment reliability assessments, troubleshooting complex systems, and supporting maintenance and capital projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in E&I engineering, high-voltage electrical equipment, and continuous improvement within an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work with a focus on safety, reliability, quality, and availability of E&I assets.
• Conduct equipment and system reliability assessments, including lifecycle evaluations and analysis of recurring equipment failures.
• Investigate equipment failures, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Assess equipment condition using diagnostic tools such as transformer oil analysis, partial discharge testing, infrared/corona scanning, and online monitoring.
• Provide technical support for maintenance, capital projects, commissioning, and engineering design reviews.
• Evaluate electrical system capacity and operability to ensure new installations integrate safely with existing infrastructure.
• Develop and review E&I installation drawings, datasheets, specifications, and technical documentation in compliance with industry standards.
• Support the design, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of high-voltage electrical equipment and instrumentation systems.
• Participate in risk assessments, Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies, and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum5 years of experiencein maintenance or reliability engineering, with a focus on E&I systems and high-voltage electrical equipment.
• Registered or eligible for registration as aProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design, maintenance, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with high-voltage equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays, power cables, transmission lines, disconnect switches, and substations.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards, including CSA C22.3, AUEC, NETA, CSA Z463, and CSA Z462.
• Experience with hazardous area electrical installations and associated safety requirements.
• Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Experience with field instrumentation, control valves, and Electrical Heat Trace (EHT) systems.
• Understanding of Management of Change (MOC) processes and engineering workflows.
• Working knowledge of SAP Plant Maintenance or similar Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

About TPD

TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider specializing in connecting talented professionals with exceptional career opportunities across a variety of industries. We are committed to helping our clients build strong teams while supporting candidates in finding meaningful and rewarding employment.

TPD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
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