Job Description

Electrical Designer

Calgary, AB

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you! Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

The Role

The role of Electrical Designer within our Calgary office comes with a variety of different responsibilities, interacting with the team, clients and supporting project execution from a design perspective. This position reports to the Automation Team Leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Preliminary electrical control system design development and costing
• Review of facility electrical drawings, plot plans, and P&ID to generate automation and electrical designs
• Prepare and review electrical engineering calculation and drawings including Electrical plans, electrical load list, single line, Area classification, Motor control schematics, voltage drop, lighting calculation, Arc flash studies, Device coordination, power distribution, panel design, I/O drawings, junction boxes, power, grounding and instrumentation layout drawings, cable schedules, network diagrams
• Review and approve electrical equipment specification and data sheets, including transformers, switchgear, MCC’s, protection relays, motors, generators.
• Develop complete system Bill of Materials
• Prepare and review engineering work packages for construction
• Electrical system testing and support – getting hands on if necessary
• Managing portions of projects as assigned:
  • Assist with scoping, quoting, and budgeting
  • Materials specification and ordering
  • Other general project management responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• An Electrical/Computer Engineer with 2-5 years’ experience in electrical and automation system design, electrical drafting, electrical codes, and design calculations, incorporating PLC’s, HMI, RTU’s, SCADA, Networks, etc.
• Registration with APEGA as a P.Eng. or EIT, or the ability to pursue registration

• In-depth understanding and practical experience with CSA, CEC, NEC, IEEE, API and other accepted industry Codes and Standards

• Working knowledge with AutoCAD (2D and 3D)

• Working knowledge of SKM is an asset

• Working knowledge of ETAP is an asset

Desirable

• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills

• A proven self-starter

• Motivated by challenges

• Works well with a variety of different people from diverse backgrounds

• Motivated & passionate about working with people and overcoming challenges through collaboration and a win-win paradigm

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds.

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• RRSP with company match
• OT after 40 hrs for hourly employees
• Long term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Virtual online Tele-health
• Benefits Plan that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Profit Sharing

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.