Electrical Engineer Jobs in Alberta
An Electrical Engineer in the construction industry designs, develops, tests, and supervises the installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. They prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. They also oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget. They confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.
Important skills for an Electrical Engineer include problem-solving, critical thinking, active listening, complex problem solving, and operations analysis. They should also have knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software. Certifications can include Professional Engineer (PE), AutoCAD, and project management certifications. A person may begin their career as a Junior Electrical Engineer, move up to an Electrical Engineer, and then progress to a Senior Electrical Engineer. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, they may have held roles such as Electrical Technician or Engineering Intern.
Education and Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. • Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SEE Electrical and/or SOLIDWORKS...
Qualifications Minimum Requirements: In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess at a very minimum: A University Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution...
Posting End Date: August 05, 2025 Employee Type: Regular-Full time Union/Non: This is a non-union position We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to oversee engineering...
Preferred Qualifications: Ideally ten (10)+ years of electrical engineering experience working on institutional, commercial and light industrial projects Experience leading electrical design and commissioning...
The Intermediate Electrical Engineer will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager, providing mentorship to Junior staff and being supported by Senior Electrical Engineers....
Who you are: 7+ years progressive experience in designing power distribution systems for Oil and Gas facilities, with hands on experience in the analysis of control schematics for power equipment (ex...
Senior Electrical Engineer / Team Lead AtkinsRealis is growing and looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer / Team Lead to join our regional team to provide staff leadership and support business development...
THE ROLE We have a great career opportunity for an Electrical Engineer in our Calgary Engineering team....
: AutoCAD, MicroStation, SmartPlant, SPIDAcalc) is an asset Knowledge of P&IDs, loop and single line diagrams, instrument data sheets, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, MV and LV power...
Sustainability: Industry leaders in power distribution life cycle management. Performance: Delivering excellence at every opportunity....
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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Alberta
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrical Engineer positions.
Highest Education Level
Electrical Engineers in Alberta offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Electrical Engineer position
- Oscilloscope
- Circuit Design
- PCB Design
- Circuit Analysis
- Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition
- PSpice
- Power Electronics
- Analog
- OrCAD
- Altium
- Bachelor's Degree
- Schematic Capture
- Variable-Frequency Drive
- System Design
- ETAP
- I2C
- SKM
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- Power Distribution
- Fire Alarm Installations
- Switchgear
- Electrical Design
- Electrical Systems
- Power Systems
- Transformers
- High Voltage
- Cost Estimating
- Arc welding
- Cable Installation
- Wiring
- Engineering Design
- Electrical Engineering
- Renewable Energy
- Design Engineering
- Revit
- Installation
- Designing
- Reliability
- Specifications
- Estimating
- Electrical
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Reimbursement
- Affirmative Action
- Distribution
- Troubleshooting
- Consulting
- Written Communication
- Investigation
- Mentoring
- Budgets
- Documentation
- Collaboration
- Project Management
- Regulations
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Research Skills
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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