Electrical Engineer-in-Training

Allnorth Consultants Limited; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule and location

Comprehensive health and dentalBENEFIT

RRSP matching

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development and mentoring

Team member referral incentives

Lunch & Learn sessions

Community initiatives

Job summary

Allnorth is seeking an Electrical Engineer-in-Training to join our team. You will support electrical engineering and design activities for industrial projects, including electrical, controls and instrumentation systems, working alongside experienced engineers on concepts through construction and commissioning.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, are EIT-registered or eligible, and have 0–4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• 0–4 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Experience in an industrial, consulting, plant and/or construction environment is an asset.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, EasyPower and/or ETAP is an asset.
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution, controls, PLC, DCS and HMI systems is an asset.
• Understanding of applicable electrical codes and industry practices.
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical engineering and design for industrial plants and process projects.
• Assist with power distribution, motor control centers, single line diagrams, equipment layouts, cable and conduit routing, grounding and lighting layouts.
• Assist with instrumentation and controls design, including PLC/DCS systems, control panels and loop drawings.
• Prepare electrical calculations, cable schedules, load lists and other engineering deliverables.
• Assist with preparation and review of engineering drawings and documentation.
• Review vendor drawings and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, suppliers, clients and contractors.
• Provide support during construction and commissioning.
• Participate in site visits and project meetings as required.

Skills

Electrical design

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EasyPower

ETAP

Job description

BIG ENOUGH TO KNOW HOW, SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU

Allnorth is a multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery, and construction services company. We provide smart and practical project solutions to clients in the metals and minerals, energy and renewables, fiber and chemicals, and infrastructure sectors. With offices across Canada and the United States, we continue to grow!

Our team is our most valuable asset, and a triple bottom line (TBL) philosophy is at the heart of our business. It takes a talented, motivated and empowered team to delight our clients, driving profitability for all parties.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our team. As the successful candidate, you will support electrical engineering and design activities for industrial projects, including electrical, controls and instrumentation systems. You will work alongside experienced engineers and designers on a variety of projects from concept through construction and commissioning.

A Day in the Life

• Support electrical engineering and design for industrial plants and process projects;
• Assist with power distribution, motor control centers, single line diagrams, equipment layouts, cable and conduit routing, grounding and lighting layouts;
• Assist with instrumentation and controls design, including PLC/DCS systems, control panels and loop drawings;
• Prepare electrical calculations, cable schedules, load lists and other engineering deliverables;
• Assist with preparation and review of engineering drawings and documentation;
• Review vendor drawings and technical documentation;
• Coordinate with project managers, suppliers, clients and contractors;
• Provide support during construction and commissioning;
• Participate in site visits and project meetings as required.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering;
• Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT);
• 0–4 years of relevant electrical engineering experience;
• Experience in an industrial, consulting, plant and/or construction environment is an asset;
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, EasyPower and/or ETAP is an asset;
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution, controls, PLC, DCS and HMI systems is an asset;
• Understanding of applicable electrical codes and industry practices;
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible work schedule and location
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits and RRSP matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Team member referral incentives
• Monthly “Lunch & Learn” sessions
• Opportunities to participate in social, safety and community initiatives

WE TAKE CARE OF YOU SO YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF OUR CLIENTS

In joining us you’ll face rewarding, career-developing challenges that enable you to contribute to our clients’ successes, and despite how much we grow, you’ll never be just a number, but rather a vital member of the Allnorth Team.

Allnorth is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the country where the position is based.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.