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Job Description:
We currently have an opening for an Electrical or Instrumentation Designer in our Power & Automation Group in our Edmonton office.
The successful candidate will work with engineers and other technologists to provide design, drafting and construction inspection services with an electrical focus and for a variety of public and private sector clients. The job will provide you with autonomy as you will be required to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
What we offer:
A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible.
A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, company-matching pension program, and a parental leave top-up program.
Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentorship programs, training opportunities, professional
designation support and a Young Professionals Group.
An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton.
Your responsibilities will include:
Performing electrical design calculations and analyze electrical systems.
Applying electrical engineering principles and techniques to provide power, controls and automation engineering and design services for a wide variety of industries
and clients.
Developing and review single line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, control panel layouts, conduit routing, heat tracing, motor power and control schematics, and
field wiring.
Developing plans and details for hazardous area classification, grounding, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
Developing specifications for electrical equipment such as electrical switchgear, motor control centres, and electrical back-up systems.
Applying industry codes, standards, and safe guards such as the CEC, IEC, NFPA and client company standards to designs at hand.
Providing support for inspection of electrical and control systems.
Cross-discipline coordination to ensure that the multi-discipline design intent is met.
Supporting the project team in development of design, documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements.
Working closely with the Electrical Engineer and engineering group in recommending the best use of project tools to achieve project objectives, troubleshoot and
resolve issues with the project tools.
Job Requirements:
What you will bring:
An Electrical/Instrumentation Technology diploma or Engineering Design & Drafting diploma from an accredited technical college
Strong knowledge of electrical theory.
5+ years in design and CAD drafting of electrical projects.
Proficient in AutoCAD.
Experience with Revit is an asset.
Experience with ETAP, AGI 32, ElecDES, Navisworks & PanelsDES is an asset.
Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
Working knowledge of the CEC, IEC, and NFPA.
Comfortable in a field setting.
Ability to work with others on large complex projects.
Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
Comfortable working under and meeting tight deadlines.
Strong troubleshooting, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Committed team player and the ability to work independently.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel within Alberta.
We currently have an opening for an Electrical or Instrumentation Designer in our Power & Automation Group in our Edmonton office.
The successful candidate will work with engineers and other technologists to provide design, drafting and construction inspection services with an electrical focus and for a variety of public and private sector clients. The job will provide you with autonomy as you will be required to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
What we offer:
A centrally located office in the heart of downtown Edmonton that is easily accessible.
A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, company-matching pension program, and a parental leave top-up program.
Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentorship programs, training opportunities, professional
designation support and a Young Professionals Group.
An on-site fitness centre accessible to all staff, with full amenities.
Discounted rates at a neighboring childcare facility.
An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office, and offers subsidized tickets to local events, such as the Taste of Edmonton.
Your responsibilities will include:
Performing electrical design calculations and analyze electrical systems.
Applying electrical engineering principles and techniques to provide power, controls and automation engineering and design services for a wide variety of industries
and clients.
Developing and review single line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, control panel layouts, conduit routing, heat tracing, motor power and control schematics, and
field wiring.
Developing plans and details for hazardous area classification, grounding, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
Developing specifications for electrical equipment such as electrical switchgear, motor control centres, and electrical back-up systems.
Applying industry codes, standards, and safe guards such as the CEC, IEC, NFPA and client company standards to designs at hand.
Providing support for inspection of electrical and control systems.
Cross-discipline coordination to ensure that the multi-discipline design intent is met.
Supporting the project team in development of design, documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements.
Working closely with the Electrical Engineer and engineering group in recommending the best use of project tools to achieve project objectives, troubleshoot and
resolve issues with the project tools.
Job Requirements:
What you will bring:
An Electrical/Instrumentation Technology diploma or Engineering Design & Drafting diploma from an accredited technical college
Strong knowledge of electrical theory.
5+ years in design and CAD drafting of electrical projects.
Proficient in AutoCAD.
Experience with Revit is an asset.
Experience with ETAP, AGI 32, ElecDES, Navisworks & PanelsDES is an asset.
Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
Working knowledge of the CEC, IEC, and NFPA.
Comfortable in a field setting.
Ability to work with others on large complex projects.
Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
Comfortable working under and meeting tight deadlines.
Strong troubleshooting, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Committed team player and the ability to work independently.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel within Alberta.
