Intermediate Electrical Designer

Kleinfelder; Edmonton, Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP plan

Wellness days

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Mentoring Program

Job summary

Kleinfelder seeks an Intermediate Electrical Designer to join our Edmonton or Calgary offices. You will create electronic CAD working plans, technical drawings, and documents for diverse projects, reporting to the design & drafting manager.

Collaboration with the electrical engineering team is essential to ensure clarity and quality across deliverables. The ideal candidate has 4–8 years of electrical design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D), and familiarity with CADWorx/AutoPLANT.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical or Engineering design and drafting technology or relevant experience.
• 4–8 years of intermediate electrical design experience in oil & gas or related industry; EPCM exposure preferred.
• ASET technologist designation is desirable.
• Experience on technical projects and budgeting for the role.
• Familiarity with industry codes/standards for intermediate level.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with 2D/3D modeling required.
• Expert knowledge of CADWorx or AutoPLANT for 3D design.
• Proficiency with MS Office for reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD working plans and drawings following codes and standards using AutoCAD.
• Read/interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Set up and adjust personal work processes per guidelines.
• Ensure drawings meet dimensions, materials, procedures; correct deviations.
• Collaborate with design team to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with engineering for drawing changes.
• Compile documentation packages and document sets.
• Support commissioning and startup activities.
• Assist with project closeouts and metrics.
• Monitor progress against budgets and schedules.
• Support project managers with business development duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

2D/3D drafting

Electrical design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Electrical/design drafting diploma

ASET technologist desirable

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

AutoPLANT

MS Office

Job description

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Our team promotes respect, diversity and inclusion and we provide support for professional development through mentoring programs and training opportunities.

ROLE OVERVIEW – Must Be Located Within Alberta.

We are looking to hire an Intermediate Electrical Designer(s) in our Edmonton or Calgary location. This individual(s) will work with the design team and electrical engineering team to create electronic (CAD) working plans, technical drawings, and documents for various projects. This individual(s) will report to the Manager of design & drafting and ensure that all team members have a clear understanding of what will be created.

This is a great opportunity for an Intermediate level Electrical Designer(s). This individual(s) must be collaborative, possess strong electrical design knowledge and experience, be enthusiastic about new challenges (technical and non-technical) and can communicate well with others.

Experience & Academic Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical or Engineering design and drafting technology and/ or relevant work experience.
• Intermediate 4 – 8 years level of electrical design experience in the oil and gas or related industry; EPCM experience is a must.
• Professional Engineering technologist designation with ASET is desirable.
• Experience working on technical projects and project budgets for the intermediate position.
• Familiarity with industry codes/standards for intermediate position.
• Proficiency in using AutoCAD, including 2D and 3D modeling functions.
• Expert knowledge of 3D design software including (CADWorx, or AutoPLANT) software suits the intermediate position.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite programs used to create reports and documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electronic CAD working plans and technical drawings which follow electrical codes, industry standards, project standards and goals using AutoCAD.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Establish and modify personal work processes according to industry guidelines and procedures.
• Identify that drawings meet specific dimensions, materials, and procedures outline, while correcting any deviations.
• Work closely with design team members to ensure design documents are completed according to deadlines.
• Collaborate with engineering team in making any necessary alterations to drawings.
• Completing documentation packages and producing document sets.
• Support commissioning and start up activities.
• Assist with the closeout of projects and completion of project metrics.
• Manage and report on personal progress against planned project budgets and schedules.
• Assist project managers and client account managers with business development duties as required.
• Completion of other relevant duties as required.

Competencies & Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Client service oriented.
• Proactive with an eagerness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
• Analytical thinker and strong problem-solving skills.
• Dependable self-starter.

POSITION CONDITIONS

Job is performed in an office environment / hybrid or remote but must be within Alberta.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that throughdiversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity.

We are proud to offer the following:

• Work schedule: Work-life balance with flexible Mon – Fri work week schedule options.
• Office: Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit
• Benefits: Kleinfelder offers excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Membership fees are paid.
• Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the number of applicants, only those moving to the next step in our recruitment process will be contacted.