Senior Electrical Engineer

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently seeking an expression of interest for upcoming Senior Electrical Engineering opportunity in Sarnia, ON to join our busy and growing Oil & Gas Canada team due to growth in our business. This opportunity is hybrid.

Wood is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer in Sarnia, ON to join our busy and growing Oil & Gas Canada team due to growth in our business

Our projects team has a long history of delivering some of the biggest and most complex projects in the Canadian oilsands, along with associated pipelines and refinery infrastructure.  Wood has a strong presence in the energy transition supporting the rapidly growing decarbonization and renewables industry in Canada and across the globe.  

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients across Canada. 

Come and join a winning team  

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Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Our projects team has a long history of delivering some of the biggest and most complex projects in the Canadian oilsands, along with associated pipelines and refinery infrastructure.  Wood has a strong presence in the energy transition supporting the rapidly growing decarbonization and renewables industry in Canada and across the globe.  

What we can offer
•    Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across bioenergy and decarbonization sectors
•    Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs
•    Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
•    Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is $130,000 - $162,000. Final salary will be based on relevant and applicable experience, education, and the specific skill set and qualifications required for the role.
•    Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
•    Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
•    Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates.  We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments. 

Key responsibilities:

• To carry out duties and responsibilities as assigned by the lead electrical engineer
• Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems,  engineering and design calculations. 
• Understands the standard engineering work planning, scheduling and cost estimating.
• Perform engineering and design duties associated with project scope of work and liaise with other project discipline
• Quality control of all deliverables within the scope of electrical engineering
• Act as a discipline focal point as required
• Ensure that designs comply with the relevant Codes, Standards, Regulations and Procedures
• Review, check and approve work output of discipline assigned personnel as required
• Assist the Lead Engineer and others when requested in the execution of their responsibilities and duties
• Execute engineering and design activities (Concept, Front End Engineering Development, Technical Study & Detailed Design)
• Prepare and/or review electrical single line diagrams, wiring diagrams and schematics, Load list, Equipment list, Cable schedules and all other Electrical deliverables assigned by lead. 
• Perform engineering for procurement activities including MRQ/MRP development, technical evaluation / recommendation and vendor drawing approvals.
• Perform engineering development of Construction Work Package, including project description, construction specifications, IFC drawings and material lists.
• Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
• Provide construction support as required

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the Canada without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future. 

|What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering 
• Registered member of PEO or other Canadian Association
• Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience required
• Electrical design experience 
• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must be proficient in high, medium, and low voltage power distribution design.
• Must be familiar with electrical safety and code compliance requirements.

Desirable:

• Experience with ETAP or other design software tools