Electrical Engineer

Spark Power • Edmonton, AB

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Edmonton, Alberta team. Spark Power provides a wide range of services to clients, including power system field services, engineering services, maintenance planning, project management, automation services, mechanical engineering support services, training services, and thermographic scanning.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Electrical Engineering program.
• Registered as an P.Eng. with APEGA.
• Experience in the design of medium voltage (4.16kV to 25kV) systems.
• Proficiency in SEL/GE relay logic programming.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code.
• Proficiency with ETAP or similar software.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in heavy industrial sectors, utilities, processing, power generation, or mining.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (a copy of a valid work permit may be required)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse personalities
• Quick learner with a strong aptitude for acquiring new skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and adaptable work environment
• Positive attitude with a strong team-oriented mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive initiative
• Passion for supporting and assisting colleagues in their work
• Completion of medical (to access certain client sites)
• Class 5 driver’s license including clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with international standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and co-ordination of end-to-end electrical project lifecycles for diverse industrial and utility applications, overseeing design, drafting, material procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Developed comprehensive technical documentation for low- and medium-voltage equipment, including single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, schematics, cable/conduit schedules, site layouts and equipment specifications, etc.
• Serve as Technical Lead for brownfield replacement initiatives, upgrading 5kV and 15KV switchgear and MCC infrastructure.
• Perform and verify electrical design calculations.
• Conduct and review power systems studies, including arc flash analysis, using ETAP and SKM.
• Assist senior engineering staff in preparing reports, studies, and drawings, as well as reviewing design documents.
• Apply detailed instructions and outlined methods of analysis, design, and computation to carry out project duties.
• Follow the Spark Power and client safety protocols and procedures.
• Interact with clients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make decisions on project work based on established guidelines.
• Provide recommendations and technical input to senior engineering personnel.
• Provided hands-on mentorship and technical oversight to junior engineers, helping them navigate complex design standards and project delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive wages plus incentive program
• RRSP program with company matching
• Diverse and exciting scope of work
• Career advancement opportunities
• Excellent benefit package (medical, dental, vision, mental health counselling, employee discount programs, wellness spending account option)
• Employee Share Ownership Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior