Senior Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer - Senior- Intermediate - Edmonton

Reports to:
Engineering Manager Employment:
FT Location:
Edmonton, AB

ABOUT MAGNA

Magna IV Engineering is an electrical engineering and technical field services firm established in 1982 in Edmonton, Alberta. Since this time, Magna IV has grown steadily and now has offices in both North and South America and has completed projects in six continents.

Magna IV has become the Canadian leader in the delivery of engineering and technical field services to the electrical power system sector and is one of the largest testing and commissioning firms in Canada. We provide a wide range of services relating to power, lighting, and control systems including Engineering, Project Management, Field Testing & Commissioning, Design Build, Equipment Manufacturing, and Maintenance. Our full membership with NETA (International Electrical Testing Association) and various Engineering Associations reflect our commitment to providing quality services.

The growth and success of Magna IV is attributed to our talented teams of Engineers, Technologists, Power System Electricians, and other Professionals who are committed to delivering superior client service through practical engineering and field services solutions. We are always on the lookout for client focused, dedicated, and motivated individuals to join our team. We provide a rewarding place to work, the training required to succeed, and the development opportunities for your personal growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of this role include aspects of project management, engineering design, and mentoring of team members as needed.

Engineering & Design:

• Apply practical application experience and knowledge of power systems
• Lead project teams effectively through collaboration, support, and team focus
• Provide expertise and consulting on power systems, including apparatus and protection & control devices
• Overhead line design experience (above 46kV)….an asset
• Work safely around low, medium, and high voltage electrical systems in a variety of environments, including utilities, manufacturing, mining, and oil and gas
• Write specifications for the supply of power systems equipment
• Complete technical report writing

Project Management:

• Oversee all aspects of projects having been assigned project management responsibilities.
• Plan resources effectively and work collaboratively with other teams, departments, and regions to share resources
• Manage projects ranging in values from $10,000 to multi-million
• Complete all project deliverables to the satisfaction of the client
• For each project ensure a professional engineer has been assigned responsibility for any required review, verification, and authentication
• Maintain necessary communication with the client
• Ensure proper, complete preparation is done for scheduled work
• Ensure safe work processes are executed with each job and a culture of safety is fostered
• Ensure work is properly executed
• Ensure completion of reports and follow up with clients to ensure satisfaction and completeness of work
• Complete project invoicing with the support of Accounting personnel in a timely manner
• Maintain acceptable profit margins on all projects

Client Management and Business Development:

• Identify and seek out leads with existing and potential clients. Coordinate activities with Marketing personnel to achieve a collaborative effort with the goal of creating confidence within industry for Magna IV Engineering's capabilities.
• Actively network within the industry by participating at trade shows and seminars
• Interact and collaborate with Senior Consulting Engineers from other teams, departments, and offices to share client information and seek shared opportunities
• Identify, coordinate, and implement operations initiatives that will provide solutions that satisfy the problems of our clients
• Foster a culture of strong client relationships and support team members in establishing strong relationships and communication with clients
• Identify opportunities for proposals, draft proposals, and explain/negotiate proposals with clients or delegate to the applicable project manager(s)
• Develop proposals based on audits, studies, and recommendations in response to client requests
• Interact with clients in a courteous and professional manner

QUALIFICATIONS

• Electrical Engineering degree required. Should be eligible to participate in the NETA accreditation process.
• A minimum 5 years experience in power system design and studies work including short circuit, phase coordination, arc flash, grounding step and touch, load flow, harmonics, etc.
• Ability to perform engineering feasibility studies
• Broad knowledge in industrial, utility and commercial environments
• Experience and working knowledge of ETAP, SKM, EasyPower or equivalent software tools
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to engage, motivate and develop a team to achieve results
• Possesses a positive attitude, is highly self-motivated, energetic, passionate and reliable
• Proven ability to proactively and effectively communicate with various cross functional stakeholders to achieve operational excellence
• Ability to multi-task, exercise good judgment and prioritize workload through outstanding organizational skills
• Dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences to our internal and external clients
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with highly developed relationship management skills to interact with various levels within an organization
• Proven commitment to safety
• Must have a valid drivers' license