Electrical Designer
Department: Drafting and Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Description
Equinox Engineering is seeking a high-intermediate to Senior Electrical Designer to join our multidisciplinary Electrical Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience, strong 3D modelling capabilities, and proven design lead experience within oil & gas, pipelines, and industrial facilities. This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical design packages, coordinating with engineering and drafting teams, and providing technical mentorship within the group

Key Responsibilities
Design & Drafting

Prepare and develop electrical deliverables including:

Single line diagrams

Schematics and wiring diagrams

Lighting layouts

Power distribution drawings

Cable tray routing

Grounding layouts

Motor control and equipment layouts

Perform 3D modelling of electrical systems in accordance with project standards.

Develop and maintain design models and ensure integration with other disciplines (Piping, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, Instrumentation, etc.).

Technical Expertise

Apply knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and industry practices (e.g., CEC, CSA, IEEE).

Support engineering with load lists, equipment specifications,



and review of vendor data.

Ensure designs align with project scope, quality standards, and client requirements.

Leadership & Coordination

Act as Design Lead for electrical design scopes as required.

Coordinate and review work from junior designers and drafters; provide mentorship and technical guidance.

Participate in model reviews, interdisciplinary coordination meetings, and client technical discussions.

Support the development of estimates, schedules, and work plans for electrical design activities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Minimum 10+ years of electrical design experience within EPC or industrial project environments.

Strong 3D modelling experience (e.g., SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, Revit, CADWorx, or equivalent).

Previous Lead Designer experience overseeing design deliverables and guiding drafting teams.

Demonstrated understanding of electrical power distribution (LV/MV), grounding, lighting, MCCs, motor control, cable tray design, and hazardous area classifications.

Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Robust communication skills with the ability to interface confidently with engineers, project managers, and clients.

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📌 Electrical Designer (Alberta)
🏢 Equinox Engineering
📍 Alberta