Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer (Intermediate)

Associated Engineering; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Pension plan

Professional development

Mentoring programs

Job summary

Associated Engineering, located in Markham, Ontario, is seeking an experienced Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to serve as the design lead of record for multi-disciplinary projects. The role emphasizes electrical power distribution, SCADA integration, and control system design across water, wastewater, and building environments.

You will guide project teams, prepare drawings and specifications, perform power system studies, and support field construction and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of design experience in electrical/instrumentation/controls.
• Eligible for P.Eng. in Ontario.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within Ontario.
• Experience with SCADA and power systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls design on projects.
• Perform power system studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash).
• Design MCCs and control panels.
• Design SCADA (GE iFix) and networks.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Support site inspections, testing and commissioning.
• Review shop drawings and provide RFI responses.
• Support proposals and client communications.

Skills

Electrical design

Instrumentation

Controls engineering

Power distribution

SCADA

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

GE iFix

Emerson RX3i

Allen-Bradley PLCs (Compact/ControlLogix)

Job description

The Opportunity

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our team in our Markham office. In this role you will be responsible for serving as Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Design Lead/Engineer of record for multi-disciplined engineering projects.

What We Offer

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
• Salary range of:
• Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long term growth & success
• Matching company pension program, increasing over time
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Fitness allowance
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
• Generous paid vacation
• Paid office closure over December holiday break
• Industry leading paid sick time
• Maternity/paternity leave top up program
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
• Active Young Professional group
• Formal mentoring programs
• Paid professional development hours
• Capacity building seminars
• Engineer In Training programs
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
• Company-wide social events
• Regular lunch-and-learns
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness, including our local Regina Wellness Club, and annual Fitness Allowance. The safety of our employees is paramount. We are also COR (Certificate of Recognition) safety certified
• An active Social Club, Book Club, and other social and networking opportunities (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), Lunch-and-Learns, and community volunteer initiatives

What You’ll Do

• Serve as Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Design Lead/Engineer of record for multi-disciplined engineering projects
• Previous experience in project work serving the water & wastewater industry is an asset
• Electrical design of power distribution systems (27.6kV, 14.8kV, 5kV, 600V): transformers, switchgear, panel boards, various cabling systems
• Perform power system studies (load flow, ground grid, short circuit, arc flash, coordination)
• Design of Motor Control Centres (MCCs), motor control schematics, security systems, fire alarm systems, building lighting systems
• Design of SCADA (GE iFix), control systems (Emerson RX3i, Allen Bradley Compact & ControlLogix) including panels, network access closets and communication networks
• Preparation of contract and design drawings, specifications (49 or 16 division format) and opinion of probable cost
• Preparation of engineering reports/technical memos
• Perform site inspection, testing, and commissioning services at project site as required
• Perform other duties as required by the Manager / Senior Engineer / Design Lead
• Provide engineering support during construction including review of shop drawings, prepare RFI responses
• Support proposals with applicable input as required

Does this sound like you?

• Undergraduate degree in a related Electrical / Instrumentation / Controls discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the design of electrical, instrumentation & control systems
• Eligibility for P.Eng.
• Excellent writing (emails, reports, technical writing) and oral communication (presenting design at workshops with clients) skills
• Ability to work and learn independently and collaboratively
• Field and site experience: inspecting, commissioning and testing electrical and controls installations
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Proficient in use of MS Office Suite of products including collaborative software such as MS OneNote and SharePoint, as well as document design software such as Adobe Suite of products
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel within Ontario

About Us

At Associated Engineering, were passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our Company Culture Is Shaped By

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

Want more information?

• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.