About the Organization
At Local Engineering, we are an Alberta based engineering services provider supporting a select group of recurring clients. Local’s unique approach is to develop a long-term relationship with our clients, becoming the “owner’s engineer” and prioritizing client needs. We have a wide-ranging and diverse client base to help stabilize our workload when some markets are in a downturn. The growing Local Engineering team is small but nimble, with a one-of-a-kind collaborative team environment.
Job Summary
The Jr. Electrical Designer will provide electrical drafting support on a variety of projects/clients including modifications to existing facilities, conceptual design of improvement ideas, replacement of existing equipment and design and implementation of new capital projects.
Education & Qualifications
- Diploma in Electrical Design and Drafting technology such as NAIT Electrical Engineering Technology, Engineering Design and Drafting Technology.
- Experience with design software such as AutoCAD and/or MicroStation including 2D and 3D.
- Registered as a Technologist in Training (TT) with ASET, or eligible for registration, is considered an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs used to create reports and documents.
- Site/field based industrial work experience is considered an asset.
- Experience with 3D scanning is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Execute electrical engineering activities within a multi-discipline scope of work that includes everything from conceptual design development through to detailed design, procurement support, construction support and commissioning, depending on the needs of the client.
- Support the project team to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to deliver high quality client service that maintains technical excellence, budget, schedule, and contractual requirements.
- Participate in multi-discipline projects, including developing deliverables from concept through calculations and detailed design, and final issue.
- Remain current with developing technologies in electrical engineering technologies.
- Perform detailed reviews of project electrical design specifications, design drawings and standard detail drawings.
- Develop Engineering Work Packages including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, electrical layouts, control panel layouts, instrument layouts, installation details, hazardous area layouts, and written construction work steps.
- Understand and complete work within established project budgets ensuring work is completed according to the defined contractual scope and execution strategy.
- Provide additional support as needed including learning the work requirements of other disciplines (process, mechanical, structural) in order to deliver well-rounded solutions to clients.
- Demonstrate commitment to safety and quality.
- Travel to the field for project scoping, verification, construction support and meeting with clients as needed.
Skills & Knowledge
- Client service oriented
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Dependable self-starter
- Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team as required by the project
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- High accuracy and attention to detail
- Continuous learner
Position Conditions
- Hours of work per week may vary depending on available work and skillset of individual, but the intention is that this is a full-time position.
- Salary is commensurate with ASET salary scale.
- Job is typically performed in an office environment.
- Site travel may be required depending on the project.
Opportunities
Local Engineering provides a unique opportunity for an electrical designer to learn and grow with a core group of established professional engineers. Our small, open, and close-knit office culture and the wide variety of clients and projects we are engaged with lends itself to learning and mentorship opportunities, as well as significant growth opportunities within the organization. It’s an exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a growing and expanding Alberta based, employee owned company and will specifically suit an ambitious person who is driven to be a part of that growth story. Local offers employee benefits, a welcoming and casual office environment, competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a place where you’re treated like a valued friend.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
