Electrical Engineer/Designer - Distribution

Rising Edge Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Canada is looking for a Distribution Engineer/Designer to design rural and urban distribution infrastructure and manage project coordination with clients and stakeholders. This role involves mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant distribution experience. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2 – 8 years of distribution experience preferred.
• Experience in distribution system planning considered an asset.
• Eligible for registration with APEGA or ASET.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute design of distribution infrastructure.
• Provide technical reviews on project deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, landowners, and utility companies.

Skills

Knowledge of Alberta Electrical Utility Code

Organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Proficient in PLSCadd

Proficient in AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

PLSCadd

AutoCAD

Microstation

Bluebeam

Job description

Role

Reporting to the Discipline Lead - Distribution, the Distribution Engineer/Designer is responsible for communicating directly with clients and customers to establish service requirements and provide solid design solutions and alternatives that meet client needs. The Engineer/Designer works with landowners, customers, and other client departments to ensure that projects are effectively coordinated and executed. They will ensure that facilities are designed in a safe, cost‑effective and timely manner and meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute the design of rural and urban distribution infrastructure including but not limited to line rebuilds, cable/equipment upgrades, voltage conversions, customer connections/upgrades, joint use applications, URD, DER/microgeneration interconnection, and more.
• Provide technical reviews and quality assurance on project deliverables prepared by junior and intermediate staff.
• Coordinate with clients, landowners, utility companies, and third‑party stakeholders to secure approvals and resolve technical or permitting challenges.
• Proactively monitor project progress, identifying risks, constraints, and opportunities to maintain scope, budget, and schedule.
• Conduct site assessments and field reviews to validate design feasibility, support construction, and ensure alignment with good engineering and construction practices.
• Identify and address safety and environmental risks within project designs, implementing solutions in compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, designers, and drafters, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including the development of design standards, processes, and best practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required, or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post‑secondary institution.
• 2 – 8 years of distribution experience is preferred but not required.
• Possess a working knowledge of Alberta Electrical Utility Code, CSA C22.3 No. 1 and No. 7 for Overhead and Underground Systems and the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Proficient in or capable of using PLSCadd, Pull Planner, AutoCAD, Microstation, Bluebeam, AGI32, and CYMEdist.
• Experience in construction and field installations an asset.
• Experience in distribution system planning is considered an asset. This includes planning studies, equipment settings, and more.
• Experience working with EPCOR, ENMAX, SaskPower, ATCO, and FortisAlberta is considered an asset.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics, civil drawings, and more.
• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Eligible for registration with APEGA or ASET.
• Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Overtime opportunities – project dependent.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision).
• Paid Time Off benefits.
• Weekly pay periods.
• Employee Assistance Program – counseling.
• DPSP matching program that offers increased matching contributions based on your years of service with the company.