Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer Job Description
This role is for a Senior electrical engineer with strong low to medium voltage experience (up to 5 kV) on oil and gas projects. The successful candidate will work closely with major energy clients, lead the electrical scope on small to mid-sized engineering projects, and mentor junior engineers and designers. The position requires managing rapid workload turnarounds in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high technical quality and supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and engineering of low to medium voltage (up to 5 kV) electrical systems for oil and gas and related industrial projects.
- Develop and review single line diagrams, I/O lists, switchgear layouts, MCC configurations, transformer specifications, and related electrical documentation.
- Perform and validate short circuit calculations, cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, and other power system design activities.
- Prepare and review engineering work packages (EWP), material requisitions (MR), technical write-ups, and construction work packages for project execution.
- Provide professional engineering review and stamping of electrical deliverables in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Conduct or support power system studies, including ETAP-based analysis and arc flash studies, ensuring compliance with IEEE and CEC standards.
- Design and coordinate systems such as heat tracing, rotating equipment power supply, MCCs, cable trays, and switchgear installations.
- Manage multiple projects (typically three or more at a time), ensuring timely delivery of engineering deliverables and quick turnaround on client requests.
- Collaborate directly with client representatives on project requirements, design reviews, and issue resolution, maintaining strong client relationships.
- Mentor, coach, and support junior engineers, EITs, and designers, providing technical guidance and helping develop their skills.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams within a small to mid-sized EPC environment to integrate electrical design with other engineering disciplines.
- Use collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Bluebeam, and email to coordinate work, share information, and maintain clear communication across project teams.
- Respond quickly to changing priorities and customer needs, shifting tasks as required while maintaining focus on critical project deliverables.
- Maintain a positive, hands-on approach by engaging directly in detailed design work and resolving issues at a granular level.
- Contribute to projects across a range of sectors, including heavy industrial facilities, pipelines, refineries, mineral processing, municipal and utilities, water treatment, and energy transition initiatives.
Essential Skills
- Minimum 12 years of experience as an electrical engineer.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation with previous experience stamping electrical engineering deliverables.
- Strong experience with low voltage and medium voltage systems (up to 5 kV) in oil and gas or similar industrial projects.
- Proficiency with IEEE and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) standards.
- Hands-on experience with heat tracing systems, rotating equipment, MCCs, cable trays, and switchgear.
- Expertise in developing single line diagrams, I/O lists, switchgears, MCCs, transformers, short circuit calculations, cable sizing, and voltage drop calculations.
- Demonstrated experience working in small to mid-sized EPC environments.
- Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects (3 or more at a time) with quick turnaround requirements.
- Experience preparing and managing Engineering Work Packages (EWP), Material Requisitions (MR), technical write-ups, and Construction Work Packages.
- Working knowledge of ETAP and power system studies, including arc flash analysis.
- Proficiency with collaboration and productivity tools such as MS Teams, Bluebeam, and email.
- Clear, confident communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and internal teams.
- High reliability, proactivity, and accountability in managing responsibilities and deliverables.
- Ability to manage and switch tasks quickly without losing focus on customer needs.
- Positive attitude and strong willingness to learn and adapt in a demanding, fast-paced role.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 1525 years of total electrical engineering experience is considered an asset.
- Experience working with major energy and industrial clients across Canada.
- Background supporting a range of project types, including heavy industrial facilities, pipelines and pipeline facilities, refineries and processing facilities, mineral processing, municipal and utilities, water treatment, and energy transition projects (CO2, hydrogen, RNG, renewables, and associated minerals).
- Demonstrated ability to be hands-on and comfortable working in the weeds on detailed technical issues.
- Strong interpersonal skills to mentor junior engineers and designers and foster a collaborative team environment.
- High level of adaptability and comfort with constant touchpoints across multiple concurrent projects.
Work Environment
The role is based in a downtown Calgary office within a hybrid work model, typically working from home on Mondays and Fridays and in the office from Tuesday to Thursday. The electrical team consists of approximately 15 people, including designers, EITs, and engineers, with active worksharing between the Calgary and Vancouver offices. The organization operates as an international EPC focused on small to mid-sized projects, offering exposure to a diverse portfolio across heavy industry, pipelines, refineries, mineral processing, municipal and utilities, water treatment, and energy transition initiatives. The work environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative, with frequent project touchpoints and a strong emphasis on responsiveness to client needs. Engineers use modern collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Bluebeam, and email to coordinate work and maintain communication across locations. The culture encourages a hands-on approach, technical excellence, and mentorship within a supportive, multidisciplinary team setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $92.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Calgary,AB.

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