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Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and driven Electrical Engineer specializing in power systems design to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, analysis, and delivery of power distribution systems across a variety of industrial and commercial projects. This role demands a thorough command of power engineering fundamentals, hands-on design experience, and the ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary project teams.

Duties

• Power Systems Design & Analysis
• Develop and analyze load lists and single-line drawings (SLDs) for power distribution systems.
• Size power cables and overcurrent protection devices for diverse load types including motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), lighting panels, and transformers.
• Design grounding systems in accordance with applicable codes and project standards.
• Perform load flow, short-circuit, and arc-flash studies for LV and MV distribution systems using industry-standard software tools.

Equipment Design & Technical Specifications

• Design and develop technical specifications for switchgear, power distribution panels, and motor control centres (MCCs).
• Prepare specifications for LV and MV variable frequency drives (VFDs) and power transformers.
• Review and approve vendor submittals and shop drawings for electrical power equipment.
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors to ensure equipment compliance with project specifications.

Project Execution & Coordination

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including mechanical, instrumentation, and civil/structural.
• Support project managers in the planning and execution of electrical engineering deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard assessments (HAZOP/HAZID), and constructability reviews.
• Provide technical support during equipment factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning.

Documentation & Quality

• Ensure all designs comply with applicable Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), NEC, IEEE, IEC, and NEMA standards.
• Maintain accurate and organized engineering documentation, drawings, and calculations.
• Support internal quality assurance reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of design standards.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada, or eligibility to obtain licensure, is an asset.

Experience

• Minimum 6 to 8 years of progressive experience in electrical power systems design within industrial, oil & gas, mining, or infrastructure sectors.
• Demonstrated experience developing and analyzing load lists and single-line drawings.
• Proven expertise in sizing power cables and selecting overcurrent protection for motors, VFDs, lighting panels, transformers, and other load types.
• Solid experience designing and writing technical specifications for switchgear, distribution panels, MCCs, LV/MV VFDs, and transformers.
• Strong working knowledge of grounding system design principles and applications.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in power system analysis software such as ETAP, EasyPower, or PowerSKM for load flow, short-circuit, and arc-flash studies (preferred).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, or equivalent CAD/design tools.
• Sound understanding of applicable electrical codes and standards including CEC, NEC, IEEE, IEC, and NEMA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with power system modelling and analysis using ETAP, EasyPower, or PowerSKM.
• Exposure to both LV (< 1 kV) and MV (1 kV – 35 kV) distribution system design.
• Previous involvement in commissioning and startup activities for large-scale electrical installations.
• Familiarity with hazardous area classification and intrinsically safe design principles.

Work Conditions & Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Must hold or be able to obtain authorization to travel to the United States for project-related activities.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% annually to project sites and client facilities across Canada and the USA.
• Valid driver's licence required; a clean driving record is an asset.
• Ability to work in industrial and outdoor environments, including remote project sites.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer matching contributions.
• Collaborative, inclusive workplace culture with clear pathways for career advancement.
• Flexible work arrangements where project requirements allow.

Pay: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person