Senior Electrical Engineer

Engineering Posted date: December 22, 2025 Role The Senior Electrical Engineer will be experienced in low, medium and high voltage design and engineering project work within Energy and Renewables industries. This position will have overall responsibility for the delivery of electrical scope associated with project efforts within our Electrical Engineering Team, meeting the expectations of the project, schedule and customer. The Senior Engineer will function both independently – engaging on various project related design and support efforts – as well as working as part of a comprehensive team with other technical staff, Project Managers and customers. The individual within this role will be able to adapt to various situations quickly while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. The individual will possess strong trouble shooting abilities and be able to formulate comprehensive strategies for resolving design challenges presented. Areas of Accountability The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible to: Under the direction of the Project Manager, participate in or lead the technical design and implementation for projects Develop design basis documents, specifications, cost estimates, and scopes of work Complete and/or lead, as required, equipment specification and sizing, power system simulation, area classification, cable tray designs, voltage drop calculations, conductor sizing, control/marshaling panel designs, I/O schematics, power distribution, field junction boxes, cable schedules, etc. Prepare electrical construction bid documents, CWP’s and EWP’s In coordination with Corporate Procurement, select equipment vendors and procure equipment Interface with customers and vendors on technical issues Produce or lead the production of detailed design documentation that meet the technical and quality standards of the project requirements. Participate in acceptance testing and ensure deficiencies are addressed Support proposal development and participate in customer presentations as required Protection and control system design and specification Develop protection philosophies Perform protection coordination studies, load flow, Short Circuit Analysis, Relay Coordination, and Arc Flash Studies in ETAP Prepare technical reports Execute projects based on a NEC, ANSI/NEMA, NFPA, IEEE and other international codes and standards Assist project managers in the planning, control, and technical coordination of projects Provide guidance and training to junior and intermediate engineers May provide work direction to other project team members Qualification Requirements The ideal candidate will have: Education: Bachelors in Engineering in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Certifications: P.Eng. is required for the province of Alberta (APEGA). British Columbia (EGBC) registration is considered an asset. Experience: Minimum of 15 years experience in electrical engineering projects with at least 10 years in a Senior or Lead role, and proven experience making technical and commercial/business decisions. Industry Knowledge: Working knowledge of the Oil & Gas and Electrical Utility marketplaces. Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles; substation/generation project experience is an asset. Project Management Skills: Experience with working on multiple concurrent projects, with effective organization and team coordination skills. Site Travel: Ability to travel throughout Western Canada (travel requirement of 10-20%) Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong command of English, both written and verbal. Ability to develop and maintain strong personal relationships. Attention to Detail: Highly organized, with strong problem-solving, analytical, and attention-to-detail capabilities. What Catch Offers Comprehensive benefits package, including HealthCare Spending Account, RRSP matching, and 11 statutory holidays. Hybrid work flexibility, balancing in-office collaboration with remote work options. A pet-friendly office — (friendly, quiet, house-trained) dogs are welcome 🐾 An annual training and development budget provided for each department to encourage ongoing learning. Opportunities for professional growth and development, supported through training, mentorship, and career advancement pathways. A collaborative work environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation.