Electrical Engineer at Powell Career Site

, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Switchgear Engineering, E-house Manufacturing, LV/MV Switchgear Design, MCC Design, CEC Compliance, CSA Compliance, IEEE Standards, ANSI Standards, AutoCAD, Scope Definition, Technical Assistance, Project Delivery, Quality Processes, Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Product Knowledge

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Powell People Solving Tough Problems As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment. Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Electrical Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager of the Electrical Engineering department. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for engineering and design of LV/MV Switchgear. Essential Responsibilities * Responsible for engineering 480V to 38kV Switchgear and 2.4kV to 7.2kV MCC’s * Execute complex projects, as assigned and defined by management, to support develop and improve the business as required. * Utilizes client specifications, technical manuals and directives to ensure compliance with codes and company policies. Becomes familiar with various standards and codes such as CEC, CSA, Alberta Building Code, IEEE, ANSI etc. * Apply company products, standards, procedures and design guides to customer requirements. * Prepare drawings including but not limited to general arrangement drawings, one line diagrams, connection diagrams wiring diagrams, bill of materials using AutoCAD or other software packages. * Create a scope of work by identifying the company’s agreed to obligation and identify and communicate and changes in scope of work to project management. * Provide technical assistance to sales, engineering and inspection on daily problems. * Assist in creation of training programs and perform formal training functions. * May need to assist purchasing in technical details of complex electrical equipment. * Attend in house and outside training sessions and attend local professional associations. * Responsible for delivering projects with OTD (on time delivery) in accordance with the master schedule of all phases of a project. * Responsible for delivering projects within assigned hourly effort budgets. * Ensure quality processes and checklists are performed, as appropriate, for engineering packages. Overall aim to achieve engineering quality objectives. * Perform other related duties as assigned by Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager. Job Requirements - Core Competencies * Knowledge of codes and standards (CEC, ANSI, IEEE) and how they relate to switchgear, MCC, and Electrical Service building design. * Ability to set the example for team members on expectation, accountability and attitude through accountability of personal actions and results. * Ability to interact on a regular basis with different stakeholders such as shop, inspection, engineering, sales, and shipping personnel. * Ensure quality by following standard work/process instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality. * Able to provide clear, effective written and oral communication to employees and managers. * Must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to implement and facilitate training sessions. * Demonstrates product knowledge and technical skills to solve application problems independently. Qualifications * BSc in Electrical Engineering with Minimum five (5) years of experience in an Electrical Switchgear Engineering. * Registration with APEGA as a P.Eng. is an asset (if candidate does not meet APEGA registration requirements, the position will be classified as Sr. Electrical Designer). Working Conditions * Temperature controlled working environment. * Must wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required. * Must be able to work from all types of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, and all-size extension ladders). * Job requires working in an office/shop setting. * Working in front of a computer for the majority of the shift. Physical Requirements * Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs. * Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner. * Standing, walking, and speaking for long periods of time. * Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force up to 20lbs. * Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm. * Perceiving size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with the fingertips. Who we are Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal. Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry. Your Partner in Safety Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. #LI-ML1

Responsibilities

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the engineering and design of LV/MV Switchgear, including 480V to 38kV Switchgear and 2.4kV to 7.2kV MCCs. Key duties involve executing complex projects, preparing technical drawings, defining scopes of work, and providing technical assistance to various internal teams.