Electrical Staff Engineer

Pembina Pipeline Corp.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative energy transportation company as an Electrical Staff Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in the full project development cycle. This position involves collaborating with various teams to deliver cost-effective solutions while ensuring safety and compliance. You'll leverage your extensive electrical engineering experience to manage projects from design to commissioning, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. If you're passionate about making a difference in the energy sector and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Standard

Total Rewards Package

Community Engagement Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of electrical engineering experience in energy infrastructure.
• Experience with HV, MV, LV electrical design and control systems.
• Effective project leader with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering consultants for pipeline facilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Support project managers in scope development and bid evaluation.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Coordination

HV, MV, and LV Electrical Design

Control Systems

PLC Programming

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Field Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA Systems

VFD

MCC

Job description

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Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 65 years. Chances are, we do more than you think. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. We also own gathering and processing facilities and an oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry.

We are an organization that cares not only about results, but how those results are achieved. Our organization is grounded in the values of Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial. Cultivating a positive employee experience and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where our employees feel engaged, recognized and empowered is foundational to our ambition of being an employer of choice. Learn more about our values and strategy .

We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules that everyone should know and live by. Working for Pembina means working safely.

Overview:

Pembina’s Engineering and Construction Unit (E&C) is currently sourcing for an Electrical Staff Engineer to join the team. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering, this individual will be an experienced working Engineer that will support opportunities across Pembina’s infrastructure and projects.

The Engineering and Construction team strives to create value for Pembina and their customers through the full project development cycle to produce facilities that are cost effective and efficiently executed. The team undertakes full lifecycle project delivery from development through design, construction and start up.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Support Pembina’s safety culture of "Zero by Choice" and the “Life Saving Rules”. To read more about our Life Saving Rules, visit pembina.com/safety;
• Co-ordinate and manage outside engineering consultants, specialty consultants, and contractors for the execution of design, procurement of materials and equipment, construction and commissioning of pipeline facilities;
• Seek cost effective engineering solutions to the work while maintaining;
• Compliance with Code, Regulatory, Environmental and Pembina specifications;
• Collaborate with the Project Team, Operations, and others within the organization to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of assigned projects;
• Review and approve engineering documents prepared by EPC consultants, contractors and suppliers;
• Support project managers with development of scope of works for RFP packages and well as the technical and commercial bid evaluation process;
• Actively participate in design reviews and process hazard assessments;
• Ensure that projects satisfy all safety, technical, operational, commercial, maintenance, and quality requirements as defined in our specifications, standards, and practices;
• Provide engineering technical support in the field during construction, commissioning and start up activities;
• Understand and translate business requirements into effective project execution and construction strategies;
• Identify, analyze, and manage projects risks; and
• Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
  

Qualifications:

• 15-20 years of direct, relevant electrical engineering experience in an owner/operator environment for large energy infrastructure facilities. Strong preference is given to candidates with experience in operations and/or asset management groups;
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with P.Eng registration;
• Demonstrated knowledge of HV, MV, and LV electrical design including VFD, VFD Cooling Design, MCC, motors, transformers, UPS, and E-House design;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Control Systems, SCADA Systems, and networking design;
• Demonstrated knowledge of power system design including preparation of coordination, short circuit, motor starting, and arc flash studies;
• Previous relay settings development (SEL, GE, ABB, Schneider) would be considered an asset;
• Demonstrated knowledge of instrumentation design. Knowledge / ability to produce Material Requisitions and equipment Data Sheets;
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination between engineering, field execution teams, commissioning teams, and code inspectors;
• Experience in PLC programming would be considered an asset, specifically Modicon and Rockwell;
• Effective project leader with the ability to organize, influence, problem solve, present, and communicate effectively;
• Driven, results-oriented individual who naturally takes responsibility for setting standards and achieving results working with teams in a collaborative environment;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively convey project technical information;
• Self-directed and capable of prioritizing competing commitments within a continuously changing climate, instilling confidence while creating strong relationships quickly;
• Technical knowledge of liquids pipeline hydraulics, pumps, tanks, metering, quality control, instrumentation equipment, pipelines and related equipment would be considered an asset;
• Field experience in low/medium/high voltage electrical commissioning;
• Experience with onsite and offsite automation and controls commissioning of facilities;
• Field experience including experience with pipelines, facility construction and operation would be considered an asset;
• Commitment to continuously act in an environmentally and socially conscientious manner to maintain the dependability, integrity, and safety of Pembina’s work sites and systems; and
• Based in our Calgary Office, you will be required to travel periodically to the project areas.

Pembina’s Flexible Work Standard provides the option for eligible employees to work remotely on Fridays.

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. Final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check.

This position is scheduled to be posted until end of day:05/19/2025. In rare circumstances, a position may be posted for less time if there has been significant interest in the role.

Our expectations are high, and our rewards reflect this: We treat our people well - whether it's through our total rewards package, community engagement or volunteer opportunities, all in an environment that is equitable, safe, respectful, inclusive and accessible.

We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences fuel innovation and enrich our workplace culture. We firmly believe that every individual's unique background, identity and contributions contribute to our collective success. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're contacted to set up an interview and you require accessibility accommodations, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know at that time.

We are a proud recipient of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2018-2022), Alberta's Top Employers (2014-2025) and an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. We are also a strong supporter of Skills Canada.