At CANUSA EPC, we are a leader in the design and engineering industry, providing innovative solutions across a wide range of sectors. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Lead Electrical Designer.

As a Senior Electrical Designer, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering team by creating detailed technical drawings and electrical designs for various projects. This role is responsible for ensuring technical excellence and consistency on all deliverables, reviewing electrical drawings contributing to decision making and mentoring junior and intermediate designers.

Key Responsibilities

Be self-sufficient or nearly self-sufficient in developing construction drawings for electrical, control, and instrumentation systems primarily on Oil & Gas Facilities.

Manage concurrent projects / deliverables, prioritizing deliverables effectively to meet tight deadlines and competing demands. Ability to delegate tasks appropriately to team

Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to develop cohesive designs and complete drawing packages aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.

Verify drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications and industry standards. Review and adhere to CANUSA EPC Design standards and/or client design standards.

Design and optimize the spatial arrangement of electrical equipment within buildings to ensure functionality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Conduct thorough checks of internal drawings and provide actionable feedback on vendor drawings to maintain design quality and alignment with project standards.

Building full electrical and instrumentation packages for industrial facilities based on a provided load list, one line diagram, P&ID; set, and plot plan.





Supporting the PDC / substation group as needed with drafting / designing

Develop and maintain electrical typical and standard drawings

Experience in

Area Classification

Cable schedule development

o Cable sizing, voltage drop calculation, and conduit fill calculations a plus

Electrical and instrumentation location plans and cable / conduit routing

Grounding plans

Cable tray details, duct bank details

One line diagrams development based on a load list

o OCPD sizing a plus

Panel schedules

I/O list development based on a set of P&IDs;

Motor starter / VFD schematics

Heat trace design

Lighting design / layouts

Contactor panel design

Control panel design, including panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and loop sheets

Control junction box design

Network architecture diagrams

Three-line diagram design a plus

3D modelling experience a plus

Requirements

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent qualification.

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (EI&C;) design within oil and gas facility environments.

Working knowledge with API and CEC, regulations and standards. NEC a plus

Demonstrated passion and experience in mentoring and guiding junior drafters and designers.

Skilled in 3D modeling and design tools used in multidisciplinary engineering projects an asset.

Highly motivated, self-directed, and thrives in both independent and collaborative team settings.

Advanced ability to use AutoCAD

QA/QC checking experience

CANUSA EPC is committed to fostering an inclusive work workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Senior Electrical Designer (Alberta)
🏢 CANUSA EPC
📍 Alberta