Electrical Engineer - Systems Studies

Spark Power Corp; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Engineer where you will play a vital role in developing innovative electrical engineering solutions for construction projects in the utilities and industrial sectors. This hands-on position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with clients and teams. You will perform critical power system studies, ensuring safety and efficiency in electrical designs. With a commitment to continuous training and career advancement, this role offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact projects and client satisfaction. If you're passionate about electrical engineering and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Diverse and exciting scope of work

Continuous training and skills improvement

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive wages plus incentive plan

Laptop and phone provided

Travel opportunities

Excellent benefit package

RRSP

Employee referral program

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in electrical engineering focused on power distribution.
• Proficient in electrical software like ETAP and EasyPower.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies, including Short-Circuit and Arc Flash Analysis.
• Develop electrical engineering packages for construction projects.

Skills

Electrical Power Distribution Design

Electrical Calculations

Communication Skills

Project Management

Safety Awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EasyPower

AutoCAD

SKM

Job description

Spark Power is looking for an Electrical Engineer (2 to 5 years of experience) to join our team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for developing electrical engineering packages for construction projects in the utilities, large commercial and industrial sectors. This is a very hands-on role, working directly with clients, our sales team and managers to answer technical questions and create proposed solutions.

What will you do as an Electrical Engineer?

• The primary role of an Electrical Engineer is to perform power system studies using SKM, EasyPower or ETAP. These include Short-Circuit Analysis, Protective Device Coordination, Arc Flash Studies, Load Flow and Harmonics studies.
• Provide arc flash hazard mitigation recommendations to improve equipment and personnel safety of our client.
• Perform Ground Grid System Design & Analysis for new construction or substation upgrade projects.
• Assist in developing protection philosophy and protection system scheme and design set.
• This position requires interfacing with clients, owners, consultants and construction crew and therefore strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Responsible for working independently under general direction and will progress to carry out non-routine tasks of substantial variety and complexity.
• The successful candidate will require a sound understanding of related electrical principles and practices.
• Promote quality service to ensure employee, customer and supplier satisfaction.

Major Duties Include:

• Perform Short Circuit, Coordination & Arc Flash studies using ETAP or EasyPower. Perform site data collection when required.
• Perform Harmonics & Power Factor Correction Studies.
• Perform Ground Grid Design & Analysis.
• Generate settings file for IEDs from manufacturers including SEL, GE, ABB, Basler AND Siemens.
• Create, read and interpret electrical AC & DC schematics, AC three-line, logic diagrams and SLDs.
• Inspect, test, operate and troubleshoot AC & DC control and protection wiring schematic.
• Develop detailed construction work packages or engineering work packages.
• Be familiar with industry-specific codes and Standards (CEC, CSA, IEEE, and NETA).
• Create or modify Single Line and Three Line Drawing using AutoCAD.
• Be safety conscious and have the willingness to learn Electrical Lockout/Tag-out procedures and gain Electrical Safety Awareness.
• Exercise due diligence in the care and operation of corporate assets.
• Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Here are some of the perks Spark Power employees enjoy:

• Diverse and exciting scope of work.
• Continuous training and skills improvement.
• Career advancement opportunities (ex – Branch Manager or Regional Manager).
• Competitive wages plus incentive plan.
• Laptop and phone provided.
• Travel opportunities.
• Excellent benefit package.
• RRSP.
• Employee referral program.
• Corporate discounts, Spark Store.
• Supportive and fun company culture with contests, employee recognition programs, training and development programs - SparkU.
• ….and much more.

Do you have the Spark? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 - 5 years of direct Electrical Power Distribution design and engineering experience, industrial facilities preferred.
• P.Eng. designation will be considered an asset.
• Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience in Renewable, Industrial and Commercial facilities.
• Working experience designing, developing, and leading different phases of Engineering Projects; from early stages up to Detailed Engineering.
• Working experience developing and leading Construction Work Packages.
• Working experience developing and leading Material Requisitions and Technical Bid Evaluations.
• Working experience developing Electrical Area Classification studies, including thorough understanding of CEC / OESC.
• Proficient in various electrical calculations (i.e. Voltage Drop, Cable Sizing/Ampacities, Basic Short Circuit Calcs, Grounding Design, Equipment Sizing Ratings, Equipment Specification).
• Proficient in various electrical software (i.e. SKM, Easy Power, CYMCAP, CYMGrd, ETAP or equivalent).
• Working experience with Drawing Mark-ups.
• Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.).

Who is Spark?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers’ operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.