Mid/Senior Electrical Engineer - Industrial Market

Kiewit; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm in Calgary is seeking mid to senior level Electrical Engineers. The role focuses on a diverse portfolio of projects and offers opportunities to mentor junior engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in electrical engineering and over 8 years of relevant experience, alongside strong skills in project management and collaboration. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401K plan

Flexible work options

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering design for industrial facilities.
• Experience with industry codes and standards related to Electrical discipline.
• Self-directed, able to work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate engineering techniques for medium to large industrial projects.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Prepare electrical engineering designs and deliverables.
• Support analysis and modeling for electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical engineering design

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

ETAP Electrical Power System Analysis Software

SmartPlant

Microstation

REVIT

Job description

Position Overview

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering is seeking mid-to senior level Electrical Engineers to join our team to support our growing portfolio of work in the Industrial market. Our Industrial Market has a diverse amount of projects, so you may have opportunities to work on various types of Industrial electrical systems for Water, Wastewater, Data Center, mining, for example. We are looking for people interested in a stable career that have an interest in leading other engineers and projects. This role is located in Calgary, AB.

If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further! We are an employee‑owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects – we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth‑building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities – we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction‑driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on‑time and on‑budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing Industrial Design Group, which includes process, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical and civil disciplines, is a multi‑faceted and leading‑edge division of Kiewit with best‑in‑class technical expertise focused on EPC and design‑build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, Heavy Manufacturing, Industrial Buildings, Industrial Water and Utilities. We have specialized expertise in plant floor process design, packaging, refrigerated/frozen facility design, and ammonia refrigeration systems.

Location

This position is based in Calgary, AB, with the potential for occasional travel to some of our US‑based offices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to design medium to large industrial projects.
• Formulate technical specifications and prepare interface points with construction partners. Schedule, review, and coordinate design efforts with other project personnel, performing bid evaluations of equipment and construction proposals and developing recommendations for contract award.
• Prepare electrical engineering designs, including layout, design schematics, calculations and conceptual designs; utilizing standard methods and project principles.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, maintaining a comprehensive understanding of departmental design standards, applicable engineering codes, and Kiewit guidelines, providing suggestions and recommendations as needed.
• Work independently on small projects, or as part of a large multi‑discipline team on larger projects, including working with both in‑house inter‑discipline engineers and construction partners to provide our clients the industry’s best of both engineering and physical design.
• Prepare electrical engineering deliverables that could include: one‑lines, layout, design schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment data sheets, hazardous area classification drawings, electrical power studies, calculations, grounding studies, systems analysis studies, support low and medium voltage design, etc… Perform complex calculations and applies standards correctly, without supervision.
• Perform ETP analysis and simulation, system modeling, protection coordination, reliability studies, load flow studies and grounding integrity.
• Utilize SmartPlant for balance of plant electrical systems design.
• Support RFP, Pre‑Feed, FEED, D/B and EPC projects for electrical designs across multiple markets.
• For more Senior candidates, may lead projects and other engineers.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, P.Eng is required.

Minimum of 8+ years’ experience performing Electrical engineering design for Industrial facilities (which could include Chemical plants, Mining/Mineral Processing, Power, Water/Wastewater, Processing plants, Advanced manufacturing plants, data centers, EV Battery, power, petrochemical).

Experience with ETAP Electrical Power System Analysis Software (or similar tool) for simulation/analysis is required.

Interested in leading small projects and teams. Experience mentoring less experienced engineers.

Experience working with a project team and with other stakeholders in engineering, procurement, and construction on the projects.

Experience with SmartPlant, Microstation or REVIT for designing electrical systems or I&C systems in an industrial facility.

Develop and presents work in a well‑constructed manner, excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and messages succinctly, with a collaborative approach to design and solve problems.

Experience with FEED, D/B, EPC designs, familiar with 30/60/90% completion design progression.

Experience with power system studies, relay coordination, short circuit load flow, protection, relay coordination, arc flash, low to medium power required.

Experience with industry codes, guidelines and standards related to Electrical discipline.

Self‑directed, able to work with limited to no supervision.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.