At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major industrial projects and mentor junior designers in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Agilus by Synergie, a respected engineering firm in Calgary.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of $130,000 to $180,000+, with long-term career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate with experienced professionals and access technical leadership roles.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on complex projects across mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with significant design experience.
The predicted salary is between 130000 - 180000 $ per year.
Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Principal Electrical Designer in the Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC/EPCM) | Industrial Engineering in Calgary, Alberta. Join a growing engineering team delivering complex industrial projects across mining, energy, oil & gas, chemicals, power, and infrastructure sectors.
Total rewards: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00 annually
- Earn a competitive salary of $130,000 to $180,000+ based on experience
- Join a growing and technically respected engineering team
- Work on major industrial projects across Western Canada
- Contribute throughout the full project lifecycle from FEED to start-up
- Lead complex and high-profile multidisciplinary project work
- Mentor and develop junior designers and technical team members
- Collaborate with experienced engineering and project professionals
- Access long-term career growth and technical leadership opportunities
Typical Day
- Lead the development and review of electrical design deliverables for industrial facilities
- Design HV/LV power distribution systems, substations, switchyards, and electrical infrastructure
- Perform and review cable sizing, cable tray sizing, lighting, and related design calculations
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams
- Participate in design reviews, model reviews, constructability reviews, and client meetings
- Provide technical mentorship and quality oversight to designers and drafting teams
- Support procurement activities, vendor coordination, and technical bid evaluations
- Resolve technical issues throughout engineering, construction, and commissioning phases
Qualifications
- Hold a Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Design, Drafting, or a related discipline
- Bring significant electrical design experience within EPC, EPCM, consulting, or industrial environments
- Demonstrate extensive experience supporting mining, oil & gas, power, chemicals, or infrastructure projects
- Possess strong knowledge of HV/LV power distribution, motor control, VFDs, grounding, lighting, and cable systems
- Apply experience with industrial facility design and multidisciplinary project execution
- Utilize SPEL, AutoCAD, and MicroStation for electrical design and drafting activities
- Leverage experience with AVEVA 2D/3D, SP3D, PDMS, PDS/EERWAY, or similar 3D platforms as an asset
- Hold or be eligible for a professional designation such as P.Eng., C.E.T., ASET, APEGA, or equivalent
Principal Electrical Designer in Vancouver employer: Agilus Work Solutions
Agilus by Synergie is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Calgary, Alberta, where you can lead major industrial projects across Western Canada. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior designers and collaborate with experienced professionals, all while enjoying competitive salaries and long-term career advancement in a respected engineering team.
