Electrical and Controls Engineer

Founded in 1999, Laporte Consultants is an engineering firm specialised in process, building and utilities. With more than 480 employees, Laporte provides a complete range of professional services to the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnological, Food and Beverage and Industrial companies.

Laporte operates in Canada, the United States and Europe. For more information, visit our website : www.laporteconsultants.com.

Electrical and Controls Engineer Calgary or Lethbridge

Responsibilities :

As part of an integrated project team, the Electrical and Controls Engineer will report to the Lead Electrical Engineer, and will be asked to perform the following :

• Electrical Engineering design :
• Medium and low voltage distribution
• Emergency backup systems (ATS, generator and / or UPS)
• Grounding
• Fire alarm
• Lighting and lighting controls
• Power system engineering :
• Power system modelling (SKM, ETAP)
• Engineering studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, coordination)
• Load control engineering :
• Motor control centres
• Motor schematics
• Variable frequency drives, soft starters
• Process control and control system engineering (optional, asset) :
• P&ID and control narrative
• Instrumentation, IO lists
• Process control panels
• Process control networks
• Project engineering
• Project management
• Utility coordination
• AutoCAD / Revit drafting
• Design packages
• Equipment specifications
• Tender packages
• Engineering field reviews
• Construction, startup and commissioning support

Key Requirements :

• BS or MS degree in Electrical engineering degree;
• Relevant 5 to 10 years experience;
• Current registration with the provincial engineering association (AB);
• Experience in consulting engineering in agrifood , food and beverage industries an asset;
• Process control and control system automation an asset;
• Knowledge of control system platforms (Rockwell Automation, DeltaV, Siemens) an asset;
• Strong knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and design criteria.
• Able to make regular trips to the customers’ place of business.

Skills :

• Strong technical skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of local, Provincial (AB) and National regulations and standards relating to electrical installations.
• Ability to timely identify and resolve issues.
• Attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Sense of organization, discipline and task prioritization.
• Excellent communication skills.

What We Offer You :

The Laporte team offers, in addition to a competitive salary and benefits, a refreshing alternative that deals with projects in such a way as to create a work environment that promotes communication, knowledge transfer, transparency, understanding and respect of the various stakeholders.

• Opportunities for rapid advancement;
• An environment that promotes accountability and professional growth;
• Competitive salary and benefits;
• 3 weeks of vacation from the start;
• 1 additional paid week during Christmas
• 5 additional personal leave days;
• Group insurance plans with a 4% employer contribution to the RRSP;
• Reimbursement for public transportation expenses;
• Electric vehicle charging stations;
• A stimulating and non-conformist work environment that supports work-life balance and encourages daily efficiency.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.