Electrical Heat Trace

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. 

Wood is seeking an experienced Electrical Heat Trace (EHT) Designer in Edmonton, AB to join our busy and growing Oil & Gas Canada team due to growth in our business 

The Role

Our projects team has a long history of delivering some of the biggest and most complex projects in the Canadian oilsands, along with associated pipelines and refinery infrastructure.  Wood has a strong presence in the energy transition supporting the rapidly growing decarbonization and renewables industry in Canada and across the globe.  

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients across Canada. 

Come and join a winning team  

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Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Our projects team has a long history of delivering some of the biggest and most complex projects in the Canadian oilsands, along with associated pipelines and refinery infrastructure.  Wood has a strong presence in the energy transition supporting the rapidly growing decarbonization and renewables industry in Canada and across the globe.  

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients across Canada. 

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Oil, Gas & New Energies sector.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates.  We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Typical responsibilities 

• Applying extensive experience in heat tracing design and application through previous project work.
• Understand and implement the intricacies of zoning EHT circuits with appropriate power and control methodology with respect to both stabilized and control Limited EHT designs.
• Prepare heat tracing isometrics, panel board and cable schedules, wiring diagrams, Controller set point schedule, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and location plans.
• Ensure EHT Isometrics and designs are in line with the piping, instrumentation, mechanical information utilizing the latest P&ID, area classification & LDT while being consistent with the project code and IEEE515 requirements.
• Ensure power connection, RTD location, cable type and length, trace ratio, sheath temperature, heat loss and appropriate safety factor are applied for the EHT system design.
• Create and review drawings using Computrace software by Thermon and TraceCalc Pro software by Chemelex.
• Work on small to medium projects simultaneously where you will collaborate with other designers, engineers and project managers as well as utilize Blu beam redline markup. drafting technology and Thermon and as well as nVent heat trace design software to design heat tracing systems.
• Review of all project specifications and documentation necessary to develop a thorough understanding of the scope of work.
• Follow project requirements, along with expectations on quality, schedule or other restrictions of a technical nature.
• Follow established processes and procedures including Project Design guide, Project Execution Guide, Quality Plan and provide input where deficiencies occur.
• Visit site to obtain site data 

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the Canada without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges. 

Expected: 

• Minimum years of preferably Oil and Gas related engineering experience in Electrical Heat Tracing with APEGA membership.
• Extensive experience in design applications in support of energy sector projects.
• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Design from a recognized technical institute or comparable industry experience.
• Thorough Knowledge of Electrical Heat Tracing System Design for piping, instruments and equipment using Thermon and/or nVent heat tracing design program with relevant products.
• Technically proficient in drafting drawings in AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Advanced experience with MS Office skills
• Working technical knowledge of piping, equipment, instrumentation and insulation systems and components and understands relevant symbology.
• Working knowledge of P&IDs (Piping & Instrument Diagrams)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Able to generate new ideas, challenge the status quo, support change, encourage innovation, and solve problems creatively.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to team members, supervisors, and internal/external customers.
• Strong communication skills with values that align with a culture of mutual respect, teamwork, and high ethical standards with a strong focus on client service and building lasting relationships.