Lead Electrical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil & gas sector is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead innovative electrical system designs for large-scale projects. The role offers excellent career progression opportunities and the chance to work on impactful infrastructure projects. Candidates must possess a valid P.Eng. license and have at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design for heavy engineering projects.
• Must have valid P.Eng. (Professional Engineering) License.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex electrical systems using 2D and 3D modeling tools.
• Prepare and review technical documentation including schematics and layout drawings.
• Implement safety systems such as emergency shutdowns and fire/gas detection systems.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM

DIgSILENT

Job description

Job Description

Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Oil & Gas Sector

Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 CAD + Excellent Benefits

Location: Calgary

Start Date: Immediate

*Candidates must have valid P.Eng. (Professional Engineering) License*

Join a dynamic team with exceptional career progression opportunities!

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to innovative electrical system designs for large-scale EPC projects in the oil & gas sector. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that shape critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex electrical systems using 2D and 3D modeling tools.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including single-line diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings.
• Design and integrate switchgear, motor control centers, and power distribution systems.
• Develop control system architectures (PLCs, SCADA, DCS) and optimize HMI interfaces for monitoring and control.
• Implement safety systems such as emergency shutdowns (ESD) and fire/gas detection systems.
• Perform load flow studies, short circuit calculations, and motor starting analyses.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards like IEC, IEEE, and NEMA.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Must have valid P.Eng. (Professional Engineering) License
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design for heavy engineering projects.
• Proficiency in 2D CAD (e.g., AutoCAD) and 3D modeling tools.
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment like transformers, switchgear, and motor control centers.
• Experience with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT).
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems design.
• Understanding of hazardous area classification and equipment selection.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated problem-solver with excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team environment.

Why Join Us?

This role provides the opportunity to work on high-impact projects in the oil & gas sector while contributing to the development of critical infrastructure systems. Take your career to new heights by joining a forward-thinking team shaping the future of electrical engineering!