INTERMEDIATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER/TECHNOLOGIST

MPE Engineering Ltd; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MPE Engineering Ltd. seeks an Intermediate Electrical Engineer/Technologist to lead and support electrical designs for Municipal Electrical team projects, focusing on Water and Wastewater facilities, pumping stations, and lift stations.

You will prepare calculations, reports, drawings, and specs, and design power systems up to 750V. Responsibilities include site assessments, commissioning, project planning, cost estimating, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure code-compliant

Qualifications

• 5+ years in municipal water/wastewater or industrial facilities.
• Familiar with Canadian Electrical Code and National Building Code.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or diploma in related discipline; eligible for professional registration (APEGA/ASET).
• P.Eng or P.Tech.(Eng.) certification is required.
• Electrician or Instrumentation Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support electrical designs for Municipal Electrical team projects (Water/Wastewater, Pumping/Lift Stations).
• Prepare detailed design documents including calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Design electrical power systems up to 750V and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead on-site commissioning and assist with client communications.

Skills

Industrial power systems

Standby power

PLC and controls

Relay logic

Instrumentation

Commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Diploma in related discipline

P.Eng or P.Tech.(Eng.) certification

APEGA/ASET registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Plant3D

SolidWorks

SKM

ETAP

Job description

• Position: INTERMEDIATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER/TECHNOLOGIST
• Lead and support electrical engineering designs for Municipal Electrical team. Projects are primarily focused on: Water and Wastewater Treatment facilities, Pumping Stations, and Lift Stations.
• Prepare detailed design documents including calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Primarily design electrical power systems up to 750V.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in project meetings.
• Conduct site assessments and construction reviews to verify compliance with design requirements.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, cost estimates, and client communications.
• Lead and direct on-site commissioning.

Prerequisites

• Familiarity in the following categories is a requirement:
  • Industrial power systems (MCCs, VFDs, ATS etc.)
  • Standby generators and backup power
  • Understanding of PLC and controls systems
  • Strong understanding of relay logic and control wiring
  • Experience with instrumentation equipment (Flow, Pressure, and Analytical Equipment etc.)
  • Commissioning and testing of the power and controls systems
• Strong understanding of Canadian Electrical Code, National Building Code and applicable industry standards.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Municipal Water and Wastewater industry or industrial facilities.
• Certifications (1 of the following):
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or diploma in related discipline.
  • Registered with APEGA or ASET.
  • P.Eng or P.Tech.(Eng.) certification is required.
  • Electrician or Instrumentation Certificate

Additional Skills that would be Helpful

• Experience with drafting or modelling software: AutoCAD, Revit, Plant3D, Solid Works etc.
• Experience with SKM and/or ETAP