Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer

Capital Engineering (Partnership); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

RRSP matching

Health premiums

Professional development

In-house gym and showers

Free parking

Job summary

Capital Engineering in Edmonton, Alberta is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer to lead design for medium and low voltage power systems across projects from concept through commissioning.

The role is in-office in Edmonton with no remote work; you will mentor engineers, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with API, NFPA, CSA, and IEEE standards while delivering practical engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering with professional engineering designation (APEGA or equivalent).
• Experience designing for brownfield/greenfield utility, oil & gas, refinery, or industrial projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of international and Canadian electrical standards (API, NFPA, CSA, IEEE).
• Ability to conduct field visits and provide design/engineering support during construction.

Responsibilities

• Design and review electrical project deliverables and drawings from estimate to detailed design.
• Develop work packages and respond to RFIs; resolve deviations to specs.
• Participate in risk assessments and mitigate electrical hazards; support maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate electrical design with Piping, Civil, Mechanical, Process, and Automation teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Medium/low voltage power

Project coordination

Field engineering

English fluency

Mentorship

Code compliance

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

P.E. designation (APEGA)

Job description

Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer | Edmonton, AB

Capital Engineering is seeking an experienced Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Edmonton team. With your experience in medium and low voltage power, you will provide technical expertise throughout all phases of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

This is an office-based position, and successful candidates must be willing to work in the office rather than remotely or on a hybrid schedule.

What You’ll Do

• Design and review of electrical project deliverables, generated engineered drawings and bulk material take offs for electrical systems from estimate through to detailed design phase while applying applicable codes and regulations.
• Develop work packages, answering requests for information, and resolution of technical deviations to engineering specifications.
• Participate in risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate identified electrical hazards. Also provide technical support for maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical equipment.
• Coordinate project electrical design activities with other engineering disciplines (Piping, Civil, Mechanical, Process, Automation, etc.).
• Ensure consistency and integrity of electrical designs throughout project life cycle and review designs for logic, functionality and conformity with relevant codes, regulations and client standard.
• Development of Material Requisitions, Review of Vendor drawings and Technical Bid Evaluations.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to electrical designers, drafters and engineers (EIT’s).
• Support projects from site for design and construction support when required.

What We’re Looking For

• Electrical Engineering degree (or equivalent) with Professional Engineer designation from APEGA (or equivalent Canadian Association).
• Experience in design for brownfield and/or greenfield utility, oil & gas, oil sands, refinery, or industrial projects.
• Must have knowledge of international and Canadian electrical standards and codes including API, NFPA, CSA, and IEEE. Familiarity with electrical safety regulations and practices.
• Construction support and/or field engineering for brownfield and/or greenfield utility, oil & gas, oil sands, refinery, or industrial projects would be considered an asset.
• Experience with medium and low voltage electrical power distribution systems and equipment, including transformers, switchgear, VFDs, motor control centers, and motors.
• Experience in power system analyses (Load Flow, Short Circuit, Relay Co-ordination, Arc-Flash, Motor Starting) would be an asset.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• A self-starter with strong technical, interpersonal, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be capable of conducting field visits at client’s facilities as required.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the engineering field.

Why Capital Engineering

Capital Engineering is an Edmonton-based firm delivering practical engineering solutions across complex industrial projects. We work closely with long-term clients in oil and gas, mining, and heavy industry, building trusted relationships and delivering projects from concept through construction. Capital has been recognized nine times as one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Workplaces.

At Capital, exceptional people deliver exceptional results. We believe strong engineering happens in a respectful, collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued and mentorship is part of daily practice.

Our Edmonton team works side by side in a fully in-office environment that strengthens collaboration and client relationships. Capital values safety and has worked more than 22 years Lost Time Injury Free.

We offer:

• Optional 4-day work week with flexible scheduling.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits including RRSP matching and fully paid health premiums (dependent upon employee type).
• Ongoing professional growth and leadership development.
• Modern office with in-house gym, change rooms and showers.
• Team focused culture with games room.
• Free parking.

This is an in-office role based in Edmonton, Alberta. If you’re looking for a role where your technical expertise is valued and your work has visible impact, we’d love to connect.

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