Intermediate Electrical Designer

Fundamental Engineering; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fundamental Engineering in Grande Prairie, AB, is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Designer for a full-time, on-site role. You will prepare electrical design drawings, layouts, and schematics for power distribution in industrial and commercial projects, collaborating with engineers and project managers.

The position requires a minimum of four years of technical experience, knowledge of power distribution, and proficiency with CAD software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of technical working experience.
• Proficiency in electrical design for industrial and commercial projects, including drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of power distribution systems, sizing, selection and layout.
• Electrical engineering design of single-line diagrams, control schematics, PLC panels, and area classifications.
• Experience with CAD or electrical design software and familiarity with relevant codes and standards.
• Diploma Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to work on-site in Grande Prairie, AB, and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical design drawings, layouts and schematics for power distribution and related systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to deliver projects on time.
• Perform design calculations and support field reviews.
• Update documentation and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Support construction and commissioning activities as needed.

Skills

Electrical Design

CAD

Power Distribution

Schematic Diagrams

PLC Panels

On-site Collaboration

Education

Diploma Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical CAD

Job description

Fundamental Engineering, founded in 2005, provides field-level project and engineering services guided by a client-focused "Back to the Basics!" philosophy. The organization emphasizes practical, real-world engineering solutions. Clients rely on Fundamental Engineering for consistent value, dependable execution, and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Role Description

The Intermediate Electrical Designer is a full-time, on-site role based in Grande Prairie, AB. This role involves preparing electrical design drawings, layouts, and schematics for power distribution and related systems in industrial and commercial projects. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineers and project managers, performing design calculations, supporting field reviews, and ensuring designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.

The Intermediate Electrical Designer will update documentation, assist with design revisions, coordinate with other disciplines, and support construction and commissioning activities as needed. The role requires attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks within project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years technical working experience.
• Proficiency in Electrical Design for industrial and commercial projects, including preparation of drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of Power Distribution systems, including equipment sizing, selection and layout.
• Electrical engineering design of single line diagrams, control schematics, PLC panel packages, contactor panels, and area classification layouts.
• Experience with CAD or electrical design software and familiarity with relevant electrical codes and standards.
• Diploma Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work on-site in Grande Prairie, AB, collaborate within multidisciplinary teams, and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Previous experience in industrial, commercial, or oil and gas projects is an asset; professional certification or registration is considered beneficial.