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Lead Electrical Engineer -Major projects

PSL
Full-time
On-site
Airdrie, Alberta, Canada

Propak Systems Ltd. is an established leader in engineering, fabrication, and construction of gas compression, gas processing, and heavy oil facilities, and is actively advancing the development of products related to the decarbonization of energy production. By integrating comprehensive engineering services and first-in-class modular fabrication capacity with complete construction services, Propak designs and builds industry-leading hydrocarbon processing facilities for installation around the world.

The Lead Electrical Engineer -Major projectsΒ is responsible for planning and directing large engineering projects, setting priorities, allocating resources, and making necessary decisions on day-to-day operating matters within the scope of the position. Senior Electrical Engineers provide guidance and training to less experienced staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides comprehensive engineering and design services by establishing the design criteria and implementing the preparation of specifications, design, computations, and deliverables according to project requirements
  • Supervises and provides technical direction to design activities undertaken by engineering, design, and drafting staff working on assigned projects
  • Reviews and approves electrical equipment specifications and data sheets, including transformers, switchgears, MCC’s, protection relays, motors, generators, transmission, and distribution equipment.
  • Reviews and approves inquiry, evaluation, and purchase requisition of electrical equipment
  • Prepares electrical project schedule for engineering, construction, and commissioning activities.
  • Produces progress reports and executes change management process
  • Ensures consistency and integrity of electrical design throughout the project
  • Coordinates project requirements with project team members
  • Reviews design criteria and documents for the detailed design of power and control distribution systems including single line diagrams
  • Performs engineering calculations such as demand load analysis, equipment sizing, voltage drops, and lighting design
  • Generates electrical construction work package documents
  • Generates electrical evaluation quotations and creates purchase order requisitions for major electrical equipment and field installation contracts
  • Reviews and mark-ups package/skid drawings
  • Supports and assists the electrical project team in design of equipment layouts, area classification, grounding, motor control schematics, cable schedules, electric heat tracing, etc.Β 
  • Provides field construction support, commissioning, and start-up of facilities.
  • Ensures designs and installations comply with codes, standards, and client specifications
  • Assesses and updates Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs) for electrical and controls equipment accuracy
  • Prepares detailed designs for Electrical and Control Systems
  • Reviews and approves vendor drawings and documents
  • Participates in 3D model reviews
  • Performs shop inspections and resolves technical issues

Qualifications:

  • A recognized degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Membership in APEGA with Professional Engineer status
  • 10+ years of directly related experience in electrical design of oil and gas processing facilities
  • Background in ETAP power system modeling and analysis and plant layout
  • Experience within an EPC and EPCM work environment
  • Knowledgeable of Canadian Electrical Code
  • Knowledgeable of federal/provincial safety policies and procedures

Propak Systems Ltd. thanks all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No Phone Calls Please