Senior Electrical Engineer

Bluestar Engineering Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluestar Engineering Ltd., based in Calgary, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our multi-discipline EPCM team. The role involves preparing electrical procurement documents, performing calculations, and coordinating construction packages for upstream oil and gas projects.

The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary diploma in Process Piping Design or equivalent and 0–3 years of EPCM experience, with strong verbal and written communication and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Process Piping Design or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of related EPCM experience.
• Strong teamwork and adaptability.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare procurement documents for electrical equipment independently or under PM direction.
• Perform electrical calculations: load flow, voltage drop, cable ampacity, short circuit studies.
• Develop construction work packages with electrical designers (SLDs, cable schedules, layouts).
• Archive and organize project documentation; maintain project records and drawings.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Process Piping Design or equivalent program

Job description

Job Posting – Senior Electrical Engineer

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary-based EPCM company specializing in small to medium size upstream oil and gas projects. As a fully integrated multi-discipline organization, Bluestar offers a full spectrum of engineering services for identifying, planning, and executing capital projects and optimizing existing ones We are currently seeking an Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare technical documents related to procurement of electrical equipment independently or under direction of Project Manager, including:
  • Low & Medium Voltage Switchgear
  • Gas-Insulated Switchgear
  • Motor Control Centers
  • Transformers
  • Motors, Synchronous Machines
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • BESS Systems
  • Pre-Fabricated E-Houses
  • Site/Shop Electrical Construction
  • Substation Equipment
• Perform electrical engineering calculations independently as required, including:
  • Electrical load flow
  • Voltage Drop & Cable Ampacity
  • Lighting Calculations
  • Short Circuit & Arc Flash Studies
  • Device Coordination
  • Ground Potential Rise
  • Relay Settings Files & Protection Philosophies
  • Reliability Studies
• Develop construction work packages along with electrical designers for a complete including:
  • Single Line Diagrams & Three Line Diagrams
  • Area Classification Drawings
  • Cable Schedules
  • Motor Control Schematics
  • Electrical Layouts & Installation Details
  • Panel Schedules
• Arrange all project related documentation in a professional manner to ensure timely retrieval and reference.
• Act as custodian of international codes, standards and technical specifications used by their team.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of Bluestar’s library by organizing and maintaining project related files, records, drawings and correspondence and complete suitable archiving and storage of all completed projects.
• Complete and file deliverables in an orderly fashion.
• Maintain Engineering hours within established project budget.
• Complete efficient, operable and fit-for-purpose design.

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma in Process Piping Design or equivalent program.
• 0 – 3 years of relevant experience. EPCM experience is preferred.
• Personable and able to work with a team.
• Ability to adjust to change and multitask within a busy environment.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, practices, and procedures involved with the piping discipline.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.