Senior Electrical Designer

Allnorth; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to join their dynamic team in Calgary. This role involves developing electrical power and instrumentation systems, ensuring high-quality deliverables while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will bring 7-10 years of experience in industrial plant design and possess strong communication and technical skills. With a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment that values work-life balance and professional growth. Join a team that empowers you to make a meaningful impact and enrich lives through your work.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Team Member Referral Program

Monthly Lunch & Learn sessions

Community support initiatives

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in industrial plant design.
• Proficient in schematic design and 2D/3D design tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical power and instrumentation & control systems.
• Ensure QA/QC standards are met for high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Competence

Attention to Detail

QA/QC Skills

Education

Engineering Technology Diploma in Electrical Power and Industrial Controls

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoPLANT

Plant 3D

Job description

Intermediate-Senior Electrical Designer Calgary, Alberta

About Allnorth

Allnorth is a multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery, and construction services company. We provide smart and practical project solutions to clients in the metals and minerals, energy and renewables, fiber and chemicals, and infrastructure sectors. With offices across Canada, and into the US and Mexico, we continue to grow!

Our team is our most valuable asset, and a triple bottom line (TBL) philosophy is at the heart of our business. It takes a talented, motivated and empowered team to delight our clients, driving profitability for all parties. When it comes to guiding principles, safety is part of our DNA, we are committed to building and nurturing Indigenous relationships, we support our communities, and we recognize the importance of environmental stewardship.

Our Ideal Candidate

Due to project activity and staff progression, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to join our team in Calgary, supporting projects throughout British Columbia and Alberta. This position requires autonomy and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. You will be responsible for developing electrical power and instrumentation & control systems and performing a variety of functions including field audits, plant design, preliminary calculations, 2D/3D modelling and detailed design drawings.

A Day in the Life

The candidate is expected to require minimum supervision with the ability to make sound decisions for the work being assigned. You will perform defined assignments with independent judgment and a high degree of accuracy while maintaining the consistency of drawings with other departments. Common deliverables include single-lines, equipment lists, grounding and lighting layouts, hazardous area classifications, schematic and interconnection diagrams, cable tray and equipment layouts, cable schedules, cable block diagrams, loop sheets and panel layouts. Additionally, you will ensure that Allnorth’s QA/QC standards are met in order to produce consistent and high quality deliverables for our clients. You will be capable of leading a group of designers or working with a multidisciplinary design team to ensure projects are completed within allotted schedules and budgets, and to high quality standards.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Engineering Technology Diploma in Electrical Power and Industrial Controls;
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in industrial plant design; experience in an industrial design and construction environment with experience as team lead;
• Construction support experience is an asset;
• Knowledgeable with the Canadian Electrical Code. Experience and knowledge with National Electrical Code is an asset;
• Proficient in Schematic Design (AutoCAD). 2D/3D Design (AutoPLANT, Plant 3D) is a benefit;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Technical competence, attention to detail and strong QA/QC skillset;
• Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry is an asset.

What’s in it for you?

• Work schedule and location are flexible, allowing for better work-life balance;
• Comprehensive benefits package includes extended health and dental coverage and RRSP matching;
• Employee Assistance Program for team members and their families;
• A culture of respect and inclusivity fosters long term relationships and a team atmosphere;
• Professional development and growth opportunities;
• Team Member Referral Program;
• Monthly “Lunch & Learn” sessions;
• Opportunities to bond with other team members, have fun and make a difference through involvement in social and safety committees, as well as fundraising and community support initiatives (e.g. Movember, Pi Day, Food Banks, Women’s Shelters, Ronald McDonald House, Earth Day clean ups, etc.).

WE TAKE CARE OF YOU SO YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF OUR CLIENTS

In joining us you’ll face rewarding, career-developing challenges that enable you to contribute to our clients’ successes, and despite how much we grow, you’ll never be just a number, but rather a vital member of the Allnorth Team.

Engage with us at Allnorth and be empowered to enrich people’s lives, including your own.