Electrical/ICS Engineer

Capital Power Operations (USA) Inc; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral reward

Flexible benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Onboarding and training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Capital Power is seeking an Electrical and ICs Asset Engineer to join our Midland facility. You will support electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable operations and ongoing asset performance.

The role blends office work with on-site field duties as assigned. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 0–2 years’ experience, with PLC/DCS knowledge and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience (experience equivalencies may be considered).
• Understanding of electrical system design, maintenance, and codes/standards.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and controls engineering (PLC, DCS).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electrical and ICs systems, including troubleshooting and maintenance planning.
• Manage repair tasks and design changes for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Support operations with technical direction and mentoring to ensure robust engineering practices.
• Develop and implement predictive maintenance tools to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Assist in MoC processes and participate in peer reviews for compliance.

Skills

Electrical design understanding

Maintenance planning

Instrumentation & controls knowledge

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS

Analytical instruments

Job description

A little about Capital Power Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America. Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower‑carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity One Permanent Full Time Position. Capital Power is seeking a technically skilled and collaborative Electrical and ICs Asset Engineer to join our Engineering team. Reporting to the Asset Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for delivering day‑to‑day engineering and technical support for electrical, instrumentation, and control systems at our Midland facility. This position plays a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant operations while contributing to long‑term asset performance and project execution.

You Will Contribute to Our Team By:

• Providing technical support for electrical and ICs systems, including troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and compliance with internal and external standards.
• Managing and executing complex repair tasks and design changes related to electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Supporting operations and maintenance teams with technical direction and mentoring to ensure robust engineering practices.
• Participating in the development and implementation of predictive tools and maintenance strategies to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Reviewing and applying engineering codes, standards, and internal procedures; contributing to the development of internal standards.
• Evaluating the economic impact of technical solutions and recommending alternatives where appropriate.
• Supporting Management of Change (MoC) processes and participating in peer reviews to ensure engineering compliance.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to integrate engineering insights into operational and strategic planning.
• Providing input into recruitment, development plans, and performance assessments for junior engineers and engineering students.
• Demonstrating a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards and contributing to the development of related procedures.

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Education: Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience (experience equivalencies may be considered).
• Technical Skills:
  • Understanding of electrical system design, maintenance, and compliance with codes and standards.
  • Knowledge of instrumentation and controls engineering, including PLCs, DCS, and analytical instruments.
  • Familiarity with civil/structural engineering principles and maintenance processes in industrial settings.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Working Conditions:

Combination of office and field work, with location determined by assigned asset. Travel may be required to support other facilities or project needs.

Additional Details:

• This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
• In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in United States of America.
• The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success.

• We provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs.
• We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.
• Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

Energize your career with us! At Capital Power, our team of experts, operators and innovators is helping deliver the energy that businesses, communities and industries rely on every day. We're building the bridge between today's energy realities and tomorrow's possibilities, powered by curiosity, collaboration and a commitment to excellence. Join a team where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work contributes to shaping the future of energy across North America.