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Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Calgary, Alberta team. Spark Power provides a wide range of services to clients, including power system field services, engineering services, maintenance planning, project management, automation services, mechanical engineering support services, training services, and thermographic scanning.

What will you do as a Senior Engineer at Spark Power?

• Providing electrical design leadership for a variety of projects
• Performing engineering design, including power system infrastructure for utility substations, industrial plants and distribution systems
• Mentoring junior personnel, including engineers and designers
• Providing technical knowledge and team support with regards to substation and Protection and Control design
• Providing electrical studies, such as short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, and grounding.
• Oversee deliverables such as single line diagrams, three line diagrams, electrical schematics, electrical load lists, equipment layouts, grounding layouts, wiring diagrams, 3D models, and construction work packages.
• Reviewing project documents prior to issue for scope and presentation
• Providing estimates for engineering work and manpower plans
• Performing engineering and capital cost estimates of various accuracies
• Providing field support, as required, to construction management and site teams
• Provide excellent customer service to multiple utility and industrial clients
• Ability to take initiative and self-manage
• Demonstrate problem solving skills
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment and work with others to see projects through to completion

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive wages plus incentive program
• RRSP program with company matching
• Diverse and exciting scope of work
• Career advancement opportunities
• Excellent benefit package (medical, dental, vision, mental health counselling, employee discount programs, wellness spending account option)
• Employee Share Ownership Program
• ....and much more Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for:

• Graduate of an accredited Electrical Engineering program.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code. Familiarity with international standards is advantageous.
• Experience in Protection and Control design
• Proficiency with ETAP or similar software.
• Experience in the design of 120/208VAC, 480VAC, and 600VAC systems.
• Experience in the design of medium voltage (4.16kV to 25kV) systems.
• Experience in the design of high voltage (138kV to 240kV) systems.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in utilities, processing, power generation, or mining.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (a copy of a valid work permit may be required)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse personalities
• Quick learner with a strong aptitude for acquiring new skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and adaptable work environment
• Positive attitude with a strong team-oriented mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive initiative
• Passion for supporting and assisting colleagues in their work
• Completion of medical (to access certain client sites)
• Class 5 driver's license including clean driving record

Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers' Trusted Partner in Power. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers' operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.