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Description
Duties and 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 and controls 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
Participates in the development of operation, maintenance, and start-up philosophies
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.
Provides field construction support, commissioning, and start-up of facilities.
Applies practical knowledge and develops a broad base of skills while contributing to the overall success of Propak's operations through interaction with a cross-functional team
Ensures designs and installations comply with codes, standards, and client specifications
Assesses and updates Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs) for electrical equipment accuracy
Designs Motor Control Schematics
Prepares detailed designs for Electrical and Control Systems
Prepares and maintains electrical equipment and motor lists
Specifies Electrical and Control Equipment
Participates in bid / evaluate / award process
Reviews and approves vendor drawings and documents
Participates in 3D model reviews
Assists in development of Area Classification Drawings and Fugitive Emission studies
Performs shop inspections and resolves technical issues
Conducts Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
Assists with resolving technical issues in the shop or field
Prerequisites
Education
A recognized degree in Electrical Engineering
P. Eng Membership in APEGA
Experience
10+ years of directly related experience in electrical design of oil and gas processing facilities
Experience within an EPC and EPCM work environment
Background in ETAP power system modeling and analysis and plant layout
Other
Knowledgeable of Canadian Electrical Code
Knowledgeable of federal/provincial safety policies and procedures
As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug-Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict of Interest Agreement, and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement
Required Skills and Abilities
Ability to meet objectives while working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlines
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Use of appropriate theoretical and practical engineering principles to solve technical problems
Ability to interpret and utilize complex information
Solid reading, research, and analytical skills
Ability to understand complex, technical verbal and written instructions
Ability to interpret and utilize complex information, computer-based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications
Excellent visualization skills
Strong detail orientation
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to take independent action to accomplish objectives
Positive attitude
Ability to create systems for checking accuracy and monitoring the quality of work
Advanced mathematics and science skills
Willingness to learn new skills, systems, and procedures
Highly motivated to excel in a competitive environment
Strong command of the English language
Relationships
Internal
Works in a team environment
Interacts professionally with all levels of staff and management
Required to attend meetings and liaise with direct supervisor and co-workers
Collaborates with multidisciplinary Engineers, Designers, Trades, Managers, and other department personnel
Answers inquiries and explains processes
May be required to prepare internal reports
External
Interacts professionally with all external parties
May be required to visit client site during commissioning and start-up
Authority Level
Decisions are routine in nature and will follow precedents and procedures
Makes independent decisions within the scope of the position
Manager is readily available for assistance and guidance
Work Environment
Specific Work Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with usual weekday office hours
Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines
Requires the ability to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiries
Coping with frequent interruption and changing priorities
Required to attend meetings at other buildings
May involve occasional project site visits, often with little notice
Physical Requirements
Requires ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods using a computer, reading manuals, etc…
Occasional ability to lift, carry, and put away file boxes weighing up to 25 lbs
Occasional ability to stand for extended periods for faxing, scanning, and photocopying
Manual dexterity for data input, paperwork and use of standard office equipment
Climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling when examining equipment
Must wear company-standard PPE when entering fabrication shops, yards, and project sites. Project site PPE includes CSA approved steel toed boots and long pants
Walking on uneven ground is to be expected in yards and at project sites
Performance Measures
Time Management
Undertakes effective daily planning to assure tasks are completed on time
Maintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing priorities
Accuracy
The outcome of work is neat, complete, accurate, and error free
Approaches work methodically and with precision
Identifies proper standards and codes
Consistently monitors the accuracy of work
Contacts appropriate departments and personnel in order to resolve discrepancies
Work processes are monitored and evaluated and new work procedures are developed if necessary
Reports are error free and professionally presented within the scope of the position
Communication Skills
Appropriately safeguards confidential information
Communicates effectively and diplomatically with diverse individuals
Communicates complex information and ideas and provides clear explanations to internal and external clients
Ensures the flow of information in all necessary directions at the right time
Reads, interprets, and utilizes complex materials, computer based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications
Quantity and Quality of Work
Consistently produces error free work within appropriate timeframe
Gathers information and makes independent decisions within the scope of the position
Finds innovative solutions to problems through research, testing, and analysis by keeping abreast of new technology, systems, processes, and regulations
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this document are not meant to be an exhaustive list but rather an overview of the job. The employee is responsible for completing all duties necessary to help fulfill departmental goals.
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