Kiewit Corporation

KPE - Electrical Engineer - Calgary

Kiewit Corporation$80K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required
  • P. Eng designation highly preferred
  • Minimum of 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in power generation, EPC, or industrial environments
  • Experience in the oil and gas sector considered an asset
  • Strong understanding of electrical equipment specifications and design standards

Responsibilities

  • Execute engineering scope with minimal supervision
  • Take ownership of smaller project scopes or work packages
  • Perform complex calculations and apply engineering standards
  • Lead engineering scope for mid-to-large-scale projects
  • Mentor and support junior engineers

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 180744

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Power Engineering Group is seeking several mid-level and senior Electrical Engineers to join our growing Calgary team!

The ideal candidates will prepare engineering deliverables including single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment data sheets, calculations, specifications, technical requisitions, hazardous area classification drawings, and power system studies (e.g., ETAP), as well as conduct engineering calculations and ensure the accurate application of relevant codes, standards, and specifications.

These roles will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, construction, procurement, and project management.

Depending on experience, the position may operate at a Mid-Level or Senior level, with increasing responsibility for technical leadership, project ownership, and team mentorship.

Location

This position is based out of Calgary, Alberta with flexible work options. Travel will be required on occasion, including in the US.

Responsibilities

Mid-Level Electrical Engineer
• Execute assigned engineering scope with minimal supervision
• Begin to take ownership of smaller project scopes or work packages
• Support coordination across disciplines and stakeholders
• Perform complex calculations and independently apply engineering standards and specifications.
• Support review of engineering deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
• Interface with vendors to review documentation and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Track personal deliverables and manage priorities to meet project schedule commitments.
• Identify potential scope changes, risks, and technical issues, escalating as needed.
• Support cost-saving and design improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to junior engineers when appropriate.
Senior Electrical Engineer
• Lead engineering scope for mid-to-large-scale projects or proposals
• Take full ownership of technical execution, quality, and delivery
• Serve as a technical leader, mentor, and key client interface
• Lead and take ownership of project initiatives, including scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Review and approve engineering and design outputs to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
• Assign tasks to project staff, monitor workload and progress, and ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination and ensure integration across engineering disciplines.
• Represent the engineering team in client, vendor, and project management meetings.
• Lead vendor document reviews, ensuring stakeholder engagement and resolution of technical comments.
• Identify, communicate, and manage project scope changes throughout execution.
• Develop and lead design improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
• Apply innovative techniques and technologies to improve processes and project outcomes.
• Lead interpretation and application of engineering codes and standards (e.g., CEC/NEC, NFPA, API).
• Ensure designs meet budget and schedule constraints, implementing changes as required.
• Lead engineering quality checks and ensure overall design integrity for complex projects.
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate engineers.
• Demonstrate accountability for public health, safety, and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications
• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required
• P. Eng designation is highly preferred but not required
• A minimum of 5+ years of electrical engineering experience, preferably within power generation, EPC, or industrial environments
• Experience in the oil and gas sector is considered an asset
• Working knowledge of industry codes and standards, including CEC, CSA, and API
• Strong understanding of electrical equipment specifications and design standards
• Exposure to power system studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, relay coordination) preferred
• Familiarity with ETAP or equivalent power system analysis tools considered an asset
• Ability to work with limited supervision and manage competing priorities
• Demonstrated experience supporting or working in a lead capacity, including providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers
• Experience acting as a team representative, coordinating with inter-discipline and project functional teams
• Experience in client-facing environments, supporting communication and technical discussions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing presentations, communicating technical concepts, and gaining stakeholder alignment
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and stakeholders in both remote and in-office settings
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments, engaging others in problem-solving and initiating discussions to ensure clarity and alignment
• Proven ability to adapt to changing project demands and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Contributes positively to team and project environments, working effectively with others to achieve shared goals and objectives

Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

About Kiewit Corporation

Kiewit Corporation is an employee-owned Fortune 500 contractor based in Omaha, Nebraska. Privately held, it is one of the largest contractors in the world. Recent projects have included several bridge retrofittings in the San Francisco Bay Area, Interstate H-3 project in Hawaii, and building the world's largest geodesic dome at Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. Along with significant mining and off-shore operations, the company also contracts small grading (dirt moving) projects for residential or commercial development.

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