Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Industrial Projects

Location: 

Calgary, AB, CA

Requisition ID: 174412 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering 

Department: Commissioning 

Market: Industrial 

Employment Type: Full Time 

 

Position Overview

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer primarily participates in the development and execution of planning and field activities spanning from FEL and Detailed Design Phases of a project through to completion. The applicant should possess some experience in Industrial processes (either design or operation).

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of the industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve our customers across multiple markets on projects of varying scale and complexity level. Our operations-focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt. 
Our rapidly growing Industrial & Water Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused in markets such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities. 

Location

This position will first be assigned to our project in Sparwood, BC with our corporate office based in Calgary, AB. The successful candidate will be available to travel to both locations.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Commissioning Manager and Sr. Commissioning Engineer in the safe and efficient execution of electrical commissioning projects.
  • Participate in project design reviews, focusing on electrical systems during design development.
  • Assist with the development of electrical commissioning estimates, proposals, and bid documentation.
  • Develop electrical commissioning documentation, including execution plans, system commissioning procedures, construction/commissioning check-sheets, and project schedules.
  • Assist with the development of electrical pre-startup procedures (e.g., insulation resistance testing, transformer energization, switchgear testing, etc.).
  • Define and support electrical systems completion strategy at project kickoff.
  • Track and report progress on electrical commissioning activities.
  • Identify electrical commissioning issues and propose resolutions.
  • Develop Technical Queries related to electrical systems and follow through on resolution.
  • Interface effectively with stakeholder groups to maintain synergy with project teams.
  • Assist with the development of electrical operating manuals.
  • Issue weekly updates as required.
  • Adhere to policies and procedures in a positive manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical commissioning and/or design within the industrial facilities market segment.

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.


We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.


There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come. 

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities. 

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.  

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.


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