Electrical EIT – Edmonton, AB

Electrical EIT – Edmonton

Responsibilities:

As part of an integrated project team, the Electrical Engineer in Training will report to the Lead Electrical Engineer, and will be asked to perform the following:

• Electrical and Telecommunication Utility coordination
• Design of:
  • Medium voltage distribution
  • Low voltage distribution
  • Emergency backup systems (generator and/or UPS)
  • Grounding
  • Fire alarm
  • Lighting and lighting controls
  • Security/data/telephone

• Process electrical and automation power and control requirements * Modeling and analyzing electrical power systems using SKM PowerTools™;
• Modelling electrical systems in AutoCAD and Revit;
• Perform protection co-ordination, short circuit analysis, load flow analysis and arc flash hazard studies;
• Writing and reviewing equipment, tender and installation specifications;
• Coordination with and supervision of other members of project team;
• Field reviews and field review reports;
• Supervision/Witness of fire alarm verification;
• Construction and equipment procurement follow-up;
• Support during start-up and commissioning;

Key Requirements:

• BS or MS degree in Electrical engineering degree ;
• Current registration or eligibility to register with the Provincial engineering association;
• Experience in consulting engineering in the pharmaceutical or food and beverage industries an asset;
• Automation knowledge an asset;
• Strong knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and design criteria;
• Able to make frequent trips to the customers’ place of business;

Skills:                                             

• Strong technical skills;
• Strong computer skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams;
• Strong knowledge of local, Provincial and National regulations and standards relating to electrical installations;
• Ability to timely identify and resolve issues;
• Attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision;
• Sense of organization, discipline and task prioritization;
• Excellent communication skills;

The Laporte team offers, in addition to a competitive salary and benefits, a refreshing alternative that deals with projects in such a way as to create a work environment that promotes communication, knowledge transfer, transparency, understanding and respect of the various stakeholders.