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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in electrical design and implementation, including high- and medium-voltage systems, while ensuring compliance with Canadian electrical codes and standards. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical Design EngineeringRegistered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)10+ Years Experience in Electrical SystemsProject Management Professional (PMP)HV/MV/LV Power Distribution Design
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Hard Skills
Electrical Design CalculationsUtility InterconnectionSubstation DesignMotor Control SystemsInstrumentation and ControlGrounding TechniquesEquipment LayoutsContract Documentation PreparationQuality Control and AssuranceField Instrumentation Integration
Soft Skills
Strong Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal CommunicationTime ManagementMultitasking Ability
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringLicensure in Other ProvincesPMP Designation
Industry Keywords
Canadian Electrical CodesAlberta/BC Electrical Safety CodeElectrical System ProtectionGrid OptimizationMulti-Disciplinary Engineering
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPMP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support proposal requests, develop design and construction fees, and write proposal reports
- Complete facility condition assessments, write reports, and participate in client meetings
- Lead technical design teams on large, complex projects as discipline lead
- Prepare detailed electrical design drawing packages covering utility interconnection, substations, overhead pole lines, protection and coordination, HV/MV and LV distribution, motor control, standby power, instrumentation and control, building services, DC systems, grounding, and equipment layouts
- Complete and review electrical design calculations
- Prepare contract documentation, equipment specifications, schedules, installation specifications, procurement documents, requisitions, scopes of work, bills of materials, and process narratives
- Coordinate electrical designs with process, mechanical, civil, structural, and other electrical teams, vendors, and external design teams
- Direct and coordinate internal designers/drafters
- Lead electrical project teams through project phases and monitor schedules, quality, and budgets
- Perform technical reviews, quality control, and professional sealing of technical documents
- Support tendering and construction through RFIs, site support, shop drawing reviews, technical report evaluations, inspections, testing plans, change orders, and project meetings
- Lead client meetings and present design options and system functionality
- Mentor junior staff
- Ensure compliance with Canadian electrical codes, standards, and regulations
- Liaise with clients and approving authorities
- Manage client relationships and identify follow-on growth opportunities
- Collaborate across regions, disciplines, and global design centers
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
- 10+ years of experience in the design and implementation of electrical systems including high- and medium-voltage substations, motors and drives, power distribution, power generation, and grid optimization
- Working knowledge of field instrumentation and automated equipment integration
- Good working knowledge of Alberta/BC Electrical Safety Code and other relevant industry standards and regulations
- Understanding of HV, MV and LV power distribution design concepts, equipment and personnel safety strategies, and electrical system protection theories and applications
- Licensure in other provinces or jurisdictions considered an asset
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation considered an asset
- Experience leading medium-to-large electrical design teams considered an asset
- Experience in project delivery within a multi-disciplinary engineering/architecture consulting firm considered an asset
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Sound judgment and follow-up diligence
- Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn
- Ability to multitask and lead multiple projects
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- Exceptional time management skills
- Ability to work effectively in multifunctional teams
- Strong understanding of design processes, technical integration, risk management, and QA/QC systems
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid work arrangement
- Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities
- Diverse and inclusive workplace
- Equal opportunity employment