Electrical Engineer-in-Training

Bluestar Engineering Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. in Calgary seeks an Electrical Engineer-in-Training to join our team on upstream oil and gas projects. The role involves assisting in design, calculations, drawings, and documentation under the supervision of senior engineers.

The ideal candidate holds an electrical engineering degree, is registered or eligible as an E.I.T. with APEGA, and demonstrates strong communication and teamwork abilities in a fast-paced environment. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adjust to change and multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Desire to learn and develop professionally.
• Personable and able to work with a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and technical documents under the direction of the Electrical Engineer, including equipment selection and cost estimates.
• Prepare electrical engineering calculations and drawings under the direction of a Senior Electrical Engineer.
• Prepare construction packages, operation manuals, data books, etc. for Electrical Engineer approval.
• Arrange project-related documentation and archive project files and drawings.
• Review workload with Electrical Engineer and maintain project budget and schedules.
• Ensure design is efficient, operable, and fit-for-purpose.

Skills

Adaptability

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Job Posting – Electrical Engineer-in-Training

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary-based EPCM company specializing in small to medium size upstream oil and gas projects. As a fully integrated multi-discipline organization, Bluestar offers a full spectrum of engineering services for identifying, planning, and executing capital projects and optimizing existing ones.

We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer-in-Training to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare reports and technical documents under the direction of the Electrical Engineer, including:
  • Electrical equipment and components selection, sizing, and specification.
  • Cost estimates and project schedule (for I&C components).
  • Procurement and expediting, as assigned.
  • Design documentation and correspondence.
• Prepare electrical engineering calculations and drawings under the direction of A Senior Electrical Engineer, including:
  • Electrical load list.
  • Single-line diagram.
  • Area classification.
  • Cable Schedule.
  • Voltage Drop.
  • Lighting Calculations.
  • Control Schematics.
  • Arc Flash Studies.
  • Device Coordination.
• Prepare construction packages, operation manuals, data books, etc. for Electrical Engineer approval.
• Arrange all project-related documentation in a professional manner to ensure timely retrieval and reference.
• Act as custodian of international codes, standards and technical specifications used by the team.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of Bluestar's library by organizing and maintaining project-related files, records, drawings and correspondence and complete suitable archiving and storage of all completed projects.
• Review workload on an ongoing basis with the Electrical Engineer to assess assigned work, review project progress and give/receive feedback.
• Complete and file deliverables in an orderly fashion.
• Maintain engineering hours within established project budget.
• Complete efficient, operable and fit-for-purpose design.

Requirements:

• Electrical Engineering degree is required.
• 0 to 4 years of experience in an EPCM setting.
• Registered as an E.I.T. with APEGA.
• Ability to adjust to change and multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Personable and able to work with a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Desire to learn and develop professionally.

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.