Senior Electrical Engineer

MacDonald Search Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their multidisciplinary project team in Calgary. The role involves overseeing electrical design and execution, requiring a deep understanding of instrumentation and strong leadership skills. Ideal candidates will have over ten years of experience and a degree in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in engineering (EPC, manufacturing, or design institute).
• Familiarity with CSA, NEC, IEC, ATEX, and OH&S standards.
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical engineering design and execution.
• Specify low-voltage equipment for hazardous areas.
• Prepare technical documentation and material requisition packages.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Instrumentation

Control Systems

Education

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or Design

Tools

CSA standards

NEC standards

IEC standards

ATEX standards

OH&S standards

Job description

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On behalf of our client, a vertically integrated OEM and technical service provider, we are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary project team, reporting to the Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Lead. This hands-on role involves overseeing electrical engineering design and execution, with a strong understanding of instrumentation and control systems. You’ll contribute across all project phases—from specification and design to commissioning and troubleshooting—and collaborate with vendors, clients, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specify low-voltage equipment for hazardous areas (e.g., VFDs, MCCs, motors)
• Participate in HAZOP and SIL studies
• Develop/review P&IDs, single-line diagrams, schematics, and load lists
• Prepare technical documentation and material requisition packages
• Support proposal development and vendor/client coordination

What You Bring:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or Design
• 10+ years in engineering (EPC, manufacturing, or design institute)
• Familiarity with CSA, NEC, IEC, ATEX, and OH&S standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed

This is a great opportunity for a proactive, experienced engineer ready to take on complex challenges in a dynamic, global environment.

Apply now to be part of a collaborative team driving technical excellence.

MacDonald Search Group builds diverse high performing teams reflective of the Canadian employment landscape. All applications are considered.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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