Electrical Engineer - Intermediate-Senior

Athenian Group; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent placement agency is seeking an Intermediate-Senior Electrical Engineer with over 7 years of experience in an EPCM or industrial plant environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and be registered as a professional engineer (P.Eng.). Responsibilities include leading engineering design efforts, technical mentorship, and ensuring project compliance with standards. This full-time role offers opportunities to contribute to significant engineering projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years progressive engineering experience within an EPCM / industrial plant environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge in electrical studies and industry software.
• Familiarity with provincial Electrical Safety Codes and Canadian Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering design.
• Provide leadership and support on technical issues.
• Define engineering scope of work and monitor projects.
• Interface with project team members and Client representatives.
• Prepare reports and estimates.

Skills

Leadership experience

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Registration as professional engineer (P.Eng.)

Job description

Athenian Group is a full-service placement agency providing Professional Technical Recruitment, Staffing and Payroll services to Canada’s top Consulting, Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction companies.

Our focus is on providing businesses with the highest quality of worker for both contract and permanent staff positions.

Our client, is a leading Engineering, Procurement, Construction Company with expertise in oil sands, refining, petrochemicals and pipeline segments and covers both operational and engineering aspects

Currently we are recruiting for an;

Intermediate-Senior Electrical Engineer

You are passionate and motivated self-starter and team contributor with 7+ years progressive engineering experience, within an EPCM / industrial plant environment, to join our team. This full‑time position requires an individual committed to delivering fit‑for‑purpose approaches and designs for our Clients, coupled with the following experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering design in accordance with project execution plan and design / regulatory guidelines.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support on technical issues (mentor more junior engineers / designers).
• Define engineering scope of work and monitor schedule, costs, quality (key drawings, design concepts, calculations, etc.). Ensure QA/QC for all electrical deliverables.
• Interface with all project team members and Client representatives; coordinate with Client to ensure timely receipt and delivery of information.
• Prepare reports / estimates (e.g. man‑hour estimates, deliverable lists, and discipline lead status reports).
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in electrical studies such as short circuit and load flow analysis, motor starting, protection coordination, arc flash study, grounding study, etc. by utilizing industry software.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of provincial Electrical Safety Codes, Canadian Electrical Code (must have familiarity with codes and standards applicable with the discipline, i.e. IEEE, NEMA, NFPA, API, etc.).

Keys for Success

• Recognized leadership experience and proven ability to successfully:
• plan engineering work execution;
• prepare key deliverables;
• ensure conformance to established standards throughout project stages.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English coupled with the ability to work effectively in a team or independently.
• Proven ability to successfully meet project deliverables and timelines.
• Organized, attentive to details and high proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Required

• Electrical Engineering degree through an accredited post‑secondary institution.
• Registration with the provincial governing body as a professional engineer (P.Eng.); engineering stamp required.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract for project‑related travel (as required).

Jason Wahl
Managing Partner
[e-mail]
877-596-5522