Senior Electrical Designer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
Job Description
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia.
Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking to hire Senior Electrical Designer. The Senior Electrical Designer must have excellent electrical design skills, including experience in single line diagrams, power distribution systems, power cables, cable tray, lighting, grounding, equipment layouts, motor schematics, area classification, electric heat trace and design details.
This individual must be experienced in mentoring junior members and be able to work collaboratively with both electrical team members and other disciplines.
EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
- NAIT or SAIT Qualification in Drafting Design, or equal equivalent.
- Tech or C.E.T designation from the Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) would be an asset.
- 10 to 15 years of experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry.
- Expert proficiency in using AutoCAD in 2D (P&IDs, electrical drafting).Understanding of common processes, equipment, and instruments in the oil and gas industry.
- proficient knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
- Familiarity with industry codes/standards.
- Experience with document management processes/workflows in an operating facility.
- Proficiency with 3D design software such as CADWorx, or AutoPLANT would be an asset
- Expert proficiency in using AutoCAD in 2D (P&IDs, electrical drafting).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performing electrical design of multiple energy industry projects of varying size and complexity.
- Creating and/or developing single line diagrams, electrical layouts, schematics, wiring diagrams, material lists, panel schedules, cable schedules, junction box details, and shutdown keys.
- Providing input and assistance to other design staff in the planning and scheduling of design activities against the project plan during project work.
- Coordinating and completing work, ensuring that the project objectives are understood and met.
- Providing input into design budget and hour estimates, as required, to support proposals and cost estimates.
- Assisting in the development of work practices and procedures as required.
- Remaining current with developing technologies in both process plant engineering, and production tools.
- Supporting Business Development activities when required, including providing support to Proposal Development and Reviews ensuring consistency and completeness, identify intelligent risk, and recommend contingencies.
COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
- Applying a sound knowledge of engineering design principles to support the project work process. Providing direction and guidance to the design objectives with respect to project strategy and commercial objectives.
- Ability to work with minimum recourse to the supervisor.
- Responsible for the analysis of technical issues, aided and supported by the other specialist disciplines.
- Is required to be able to work successfully when under pressure adhering to budget and schedule constraints.
POSITION CONDITIONS
Site travel may be required.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Work schedule: Work-life balance with flexible Mon - Fri work week schedule options.
Office: Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Membership fees paid.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
*We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the number of applicants, only those moving to the next step in our recruitment process will be contacted.