Intermediate Electrical Designer

AES Engineering Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Extended medical and dental benefits

Health wellness spending account

Career development and growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

AES Engineering Ltd in Calgary is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Designer to develop electrical design details and create construction documents for healthcare, infrastructure, and commercial facilities. You will support site reviews and collaborate in a mentor-led environment to advance technical skills.

The role emphasizes Canadian Electrical Code knowledge, AutoCAD proficiency, and coordination with architects and engineers, with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical design, consulting engineering, or field installation.
• Bachelor’s degree or Technologist Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting electrical projects for commercial, institutional, healthcare, mixed‑use, infrastructure, or similar building environments.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical design documentation, construction drawings, specs, and coordination drawings.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable standards (ASHRAE, NECB, ABC).

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of Project Managers to develop construction document packages and reports.
• Assist lead engineers with planning, studies, and assessments.
• Conduct site reviews to determine and document existing conditions.
• Prepare engineering studies and design calculations (feeder sizing, voltage drop, fault current, lighting).
• Lay out electrical equipment, wiring devices, branch circuits, lighting, life safety, and security systems.
• Prepare electrical design markups for drafting and coordinate package production.
• Liaise with utilities for new services.
• Oversee construction and commissioning, and prepare field reports and change orders.
• Coordinate with architects, interior designers, and other professionals.

Skills

5+ years experience

Electrical design

Consulting engineering

Coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Technologist Diploma in Electrical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

AES is a group of problem solvers who collectively come together to work on electrical engineering, lighting projects, and technology systems for buildings and infrastructure. We are passionate team players who see the bigger picture and work together to impact our communities and enhance the lives of those living in them. Collectively, we work together to help design a better tomorrow.

Over the past 24 years, AES has attracted many innovative minds in the business to work on complex, challenging, and exciting projects. Attracting the right talent has contributed to the quality of our work and helped us build our reputation for providing award-winning designs.

About the Role

The Intermediate Electrical Designer will be based out of our Calgary office and will be responsible for developing electrical design details and integrating them into working drawings, preparing construction documents for clients, completing site reviews, and attending meetings. We are looking for someone with consulting experience and initiative who wants to work in a collaborative team environment with a mentor to develop their technical skillset. The designer in this role will focus on electrical systems for healthcare, infrastructure, mixed‑use developments, institutional facilities, and commercial facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of Project Managers to develop construction document packages and reports.
• Assist lead engineers with planning, studies, and assessments.
• Conduct site reviews to determine and document existing conditions.
• Prepare engineering studies and design calculations, such as feeder sizing, voltage drop, overcurrent protection, fault current, and lighting calculations.
• Lay out electrical equipment and wiring devices, branch circuiting, lighting design, life safety systems, communication systems, and security systems.
• Prepare electrical design markups for the drafting department and coordinate electrical package production.
• Liaise with utilities for new services.
• Oversee the construction and commissioning process and prepare documentation, including field reports, change orders, and shop drawing reviews.
• Liaise with architects, interior designers, and other professionals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Apply familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Use AutoCAD to support design and documentation work.
• Apply knowledge of industry‑specific codes and standards, including ASHRAE, ABC, NECB, and other relevant requirements.

Our Must Haves

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical design, consulting engineering, or field installation, preferably within the building industry. Experience working under the supervision of a Professional Engineer or progressing toward professional registration would be considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree or Technologist Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience supporting electrical projects for commercial, institutional, healthcare, mixed‑use, infrastructure, or similar building environments.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical design documentation, construction drawings, specifications, blueprints, schematics, and coordination drawings.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable building, energy, and industry standards, including ASHRAE, ABC, NECB, and other relevant requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with Revit or other building design software would be considered an asset.
• Ability to complete design tasks with moderate independence while working under the guidance of project managers, engineers, or senior designers.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with clients and other disciplines, including architectural, mechanical, interior design, and construction teams.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, grammar, and documentation quality.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and support multiple projects in a fast‑paced consulting environment.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication skills, initiative, self‑discipline, and a willingness to continue developing technical expertise.
• Red Seal Electrician designation or hands‑on field experience would be considered an asset.

Why Join AES Engineering?

• RRSP matching.
• Extended medical and dental benefits.
• Health wellness spending account.
• Opportunity for career development and professional growth.
• A collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and teamwork.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume if you are interested in this role. For more information, please visit our company website: www.aesengr.com. We appreciate your interest in AES Engineering; however, due to the high volume of applicants we receive, only those who are qualified will be contacted.