Intermediate Electrical Engineer

Islengineering; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as an Electrical Engineer, where your expertise in electrical, controls, and instrumentation design will be valued. This role involves working on diverse municipal infrastructure projects, from water treatment plants to street lighting systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to innovative solutions and community infrastructure. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of life in the community, while you grow your skills in a supportive environment that champions diversity and inclusion. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution required.
• Experience in electrical, controls, and instrumentation design essential.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Write technical design reports and prepare construction specifications.
• Manage workload to ensure timely project deliverables.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Controls and Instrumentation Design

PLC Programming

Process Control Systems

Technical Report Writing

Construction Specifications Preparation

BIM Familiarity

Design Standards Knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Plant 3D

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

7909 51 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 5L9, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00 AM

Are you a talented and enthusiastic Electrical Engineer looking for an exciting next step in your career? Does working on multi-disciplinary projects excite you? If so, we want to hear from you!

A Little About Us

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. From planning through to design and construction administration, we create nimble teams to tackle the unique requirements of every project. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, community planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, buildings, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization.

ISL’s Electrical Team is part of the larger Water Team which is made up of 25 individuals who have close working relationships centered around water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. We have expertise in water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations and reservoirs, linear infrastructure for collection and distribution and of course water system planning.

• We are subject matter experts yet make the time and space to grow our skillset.
• We have a young and talented team of rising stars who work independently and in groups.
• We are part of a larger and very dynamic team – we collaborate, learn from each other, and come up with innovative solutions as a team.

A Little About You

• An example that showcases your desire to be conscientious and meticulous about design standards.
• Your desired approach to new and emerging technologies and practices.

Your resume should show us:

• Degree or diploma program in electrical engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Progressively responsible experience in electrical, controls, and instrumentation design and drafting.
• P.Eng. or E.I.T. designation registration with APEGA (or eligibility to register).
• Design and/or field experience, preferably related to municipal systems, including electrical designs for water, wastewater and stormwater pumping and treatment systems.
• Experience with design of process control systems with strong familiarity with design tools, such as AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, Bluebeam (PDF) and any design collaboration platforms/processes that you know such as BIM and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Familiarity with electrical design processes, codes/standards.
• Experience working for a consulting engineering firm desirable.
• Experience with writing and preparing construction specifications.
• PLC Programming and Systems Integration.
• Experience with 3D, building information management (BIM) design platforms, Revit and Autodesk Plant 3D.
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence in process control or design of control systems.

A Little More About the Role

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Lead of Electrical on execution of projects, based out of the ISL Edmonton office.
• Manage workload and schedule to provide timely deliverables to project PM and larger design team.
• Electrical, instrumentation and control systems design for municipal infrastructure projects, including pumping stations, lift stations, water and wastewater treatment plants, streetlighting, building electrical.
• CAD drafting as needed and collaboration with project CAD team to deliver design drawings and design packages.
• Write relevant technical design reports and construction specifications.
• Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning.
• Preparation of proposals, scopes of work, and assistance in preparing responses to RFPs.
• Preparation of design documents such as memoranda and reports.
• Use of ISL’s Quality Management Plan for checking work and ensuring that quality deliverables are being produced.
• Following established procedures for production of drawings and documents.
• Preparation of procurement documents including specifications and cost estimates.
• Working with industry OEMs and representatives to obtain design solutions and required information to be used for projects.
• Coordination of tendering processes, supporting the PM, and answering questions from contractors during tender periods.
• Contract administration of projects during construction including review of submittals and review of construction progress along with identification of deficiencies and corrective actions.

At ISL, we share an enthusiasm for community infrastructure. Our technical expertise encompasses transportation, community planning, civil engineering, municipal, landscape architecture, heritage services, environmental management, water, structural, community engagement, geomatics, construction services and 3D visualization. At ISL your identity is part of our identity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) speaks to our core values and provides space for our teams to bring their authentic selves to work. ISL believes DEI creates the best outcomes for our clients while sustaining a happy and thriving work environment that allows for career development and opportunities for all staff. ISL is committed to a focused effort on continuous improvement and development of a respectful and safe workplace.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those who will be selected for an interview will be contacted.