Optical engineer Jobs in Calgary, AB

Project Engineering

Posted date: November 28, 2025

Role

The Intermediate Project Engineer (PE) is responsible for coordinating all project disciplines to provide a complete engineering design that is self-consistent, fit for the purpose intended, commercially viable, on schedule, on budget, and documented to the degree necessary to be defendable and verifiable.

The individual within this role will be able to adapt to various situations quickly while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. The individual will possess strong trouble shooting abilities and be able to formulate comprehensive strategies for resolving technical and project challenges.

This is an in-office role based in Calgary, AB. Candidates must reside in the Calgary area or be willing to relocate.

Salary & Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Compensation: Intermediate Project Engineer salary band of CA $93,600 – CA $108,160, reflective of the candidate’s experience and technical knowledge.

Areas of Accountability

• Leading meetings, maintain RAIL, and take meeting minutes
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards
• Assisting the project controller with labour forecasting, project schedules, and earned-value
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, contractors, and team members, and provide regular Project status updates to stakeholders
• Monitor and report on Project progress, identifying and resolving issues and risks as they arise
• Providing guidance to the technical team
• Provide stamping/authentication on drawings, reports, and other project deliverables is a requirement
• Maintain overall project QA/QC & performance
• Interface with customers and vendors on technical issues
• Produce or lead the production of detailed design documentation that meet the technical and quality standards of the project requirements
• Support proposal development and participate in customer presentations as required
• Share lessons learned, risks, and opportunities with other team members
• Make decisions and recommendations within established guidelines, procedures, or policies
• Prepare technical or project reports

The Intermediate Project Engineer will be responsible for project execution including:

Qualification Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Certifications: P.Eng is required for the province of Alberta (APEGA). British Columbia (EGBC) registration is considered an asset.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years in technical engineering or project engineering, with a strong focus on managing multiple, concurrent projects ranging in scope from $1M-$50M TIC or $50,000 – $500,000 in engineering services.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial/facilities engineering: process systems, piping, equipment installation, power distribution, PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, commissioning practices, and construction methodologies is preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of EIC or Mechanical engineering principles, including design and construction processes.
• Project Management Skills: Ability to manage 5-10 small projects at a time, with effective prioritization and organizational skills.
• Site Travel: Availability for site visits across Canada and the USA, typically 1-2 times per quarter.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong command of English, both written and verbal.
• Attention to Detail: Highly organized, with strong problem-solving, analytical, and attention-to-detail capabilities.

What Catch Offers

• Comprehensive benefits package, including HealthCare Spending Account, RRSP matching, and 11 statutory holidays.
• Hybrid work flexibility, balancing in-office collaboration with remote work options.
• A pet-friendly office — (friendly, quiet, house-trained) dogs are welcome! 🐾
• An annual training and development budget provided for each department to encourage ongoing learning.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, supported through training, mentorship, and career advancement pathways.
• A collaborative work environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation.