Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer – Modular Skids

Alten; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Canada is seeking an Electrical/I&C Engineer to lead the design of electrical and instrumentation systems for modular skids, ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities include designing power layouts, selecting components (VFDs, MCCs), specifying explosion-proof equipment for hazardous areas, and translating P&IDs into control logic. 5+ years in regulated, project-driven environments are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/I&C Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant Electrical/I&C design experience.
• Experience in regulated, project‑driven environments.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or EPLAN.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and select equipment/instruments.
• Strong vendor, multidisciplinary‑team, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical/I&C design from concept to detailed design.
• Prepare EWDs, SLDs, CBDs, GAs and specifications.
• Review vendor designs and provide technical input.
• Mentor junior staff and support engineering practices.
• Ensure compliance with codes and regulatory requirements.
• Develop client-facing technical reports and proposals.

Skills

Electrical design

P&ID interpretation

SolidWorks Electrical

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Vendor coordination

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/I&C Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

ALTEN Canada is seeking an Electrical/I&C Engineer to lead the design of electrical and instrumentation systems for modular skids, ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities include designing power layouts, selecting components (VFDs, MCCs), specifying explosion-proof equipment for hazardous areas, and translating P&IDs into control logic. 5+ years in regulated, project-driven environments are required.