Junior Electrical Engineer

DES Engineering Ltd; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DES Engineering Ltd in Canada seeks a Junior Engineer to provide electrical project engineering support for urban development and lighting projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

You will assist the project team by communicating with clients and stakeholders at key stages of design, construction, and budget planning. The role emphasizes hands‑on design development and coordination with senior engineers, with opportunities to travel to client sites as projects progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer designation or eligible for registration with APEGA.
• 1–3 years of electrical engineering and/or project management experience in power distribution.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code and Alberta Electrical Utility Code.
• Experience with single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and other design documents.
• Familiar with AutoCAD, MicroStation, AGI32, SpidaCalc, and/or PLS CAD software.
• Valid driver’s licence with no at-fault accidents.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical engineering activities from conceptual design to detailed design, procurement support, construction support and commissioning as needed.
• Support the project team to deliver high quality client service while maintaining technical excellence, budget, schedule and contracts.
• Develop deliverables including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable tray layouts and bill of materials.
• Engage with clients to understand requirements and deliver top quality solutions.
• Collaborate with Senior Electrical Engineers for support on challenging tasks.
• Travel to client sites for project scoping, verification, and construction support.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer designation or eligible for registration with APEGA

1-3 years of electrical engineering and/or project management experience in power distribution systems

Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code and Alberta Electrical Utility Code

Valid driver’s licence

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AGI32

SpidaCalc

PLS CAD

Job description

Job Summary

The Junior Engineer will provide electrical project engineering support to clients in the urban development and lighting industries, which includes residential, commercial and industrial projects. This individual is responsible for supporting the project team in providing effective communication with clients and appropriate project stakeholders at key points of the project execution cycle including design requirements, construction schedule and budget.

Education & Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized postsecondary institution with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer designation or eligible for registration with APEGA.
• 1-3 years of electrical engineering and/or project management experience in power distribution systems is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code, CSA Underground and Overhead Standards, Alberta Electrical Utility Code, and other applicable industry guidelines and standards is considered an asset.
• Familiar with the development of single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, electrical layouts, cable schedules, EHT isometrics and other key design documents.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, AGI32, SpidaCalc, and/or PLS CAD software is considered an asset.
• First aid and CPR certification would be considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence with no at fault accidents.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical engineering activities within a scope of work that includes conceptual design development through to detailed design, procurement support, construction support and commissioning, depending on the needs of the client.
• Support the project team to deliver high quality client service that maintains technical excellence, budget, schedule and contractual requirements.
• Participate in various levels of projects, including developing deliverables from concept through calculations and detailed design, and final / stamped issue.
• Remain current with developing electrical engineering technologies.
• Actively engage directly with clients to understand their requirements and expectations and deliver top quality solutions.
• Perform detailed reviews of project electrical design specifications, design drawings and standard detail drawings.
• Perform power system analysis including short circuit, load flow, coordination and arc flash studies.
• Perform calculations including load studies, lighting levels, hazardous area classifications, cable sizing and voltage drop.
• Develop project deliverables including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable tray layouts, cable schedules, junction box layouts, bill of materials, lighting and grounding layouts, control panel layouts, instrument layouts and instrument indices.
• Manage project budgets ensuring work is completed according to the defined contractual scope and execution strategy.
• Collaborate with internal and external Senior Electrical Engineers for support and development on more challenging tasks.
• Engage with contractors and/or site personnel to gather required documentation information, address construction issues or changes to schedule.
• Join senior team members in travel to client sites for project scoping, verification, construction support and meeting with clients as needed.
• Ensure all safety procedures and processes are followed with the goal of zero injury.
• Work safely and follow all rules and procedures including attending and participating in safety meetings and completing all required safety orientation and training.
• Completion of other relevant duties as required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Client service oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Dependable self-starter
• Analytical and creative problem solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High attention to detail
• Continuous learner

Position Conditions

• Job is performed in an office environment but site travel (up to 20%) may be required depending on the project.