Electrical Engineer (Intermediate or Senior)

Catch Engineering is an EPCM firm that champions collaborative innovation across the energy, utility, and emerging technology sectors in North America. Catch focuses on sustainable, integrated, multi-disciplinary solutions that anticipate future industry needs and support clients through every phase of the project lifecycle.

We deliver turnkey designs and comprehensive engineering services, combining strong technical expertise with forward-thinking problem-solving. The firm values deep partnerships, shared goals, and a culture of empowerment, continuous learning, and inclusion, where team diversity is viewed as a key strength. Team members join a company committed to creating lasting impact and long-term client relationships.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Electrical Engineer/Project Engineer (Intermediate or Senior) role is based in Calgary, AB. The Electrical Engineer will design and review power distribution and electrical systems (low/medium/high voltage) design for industrial, utility, and energy projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.

This position will contribute to (Intermediate) or have responsibility for (Senior) the delivery of electrical scope associated with project efforts within our Electrical Engineering Team, meeting the expectations of the project, schedule and customer.

The Engineer will function both independently – engaging on various project related design and support efforts – as well as working as part of a comprehensive team with other technical staff, Project Managers and customers.

Day-to-day responsibilities include

• Under the direction of the Project Manager, participate in or lead the technical design and implementation for projects
• Develop design basis documents, specifications, cost estimates, and scopes of work
• Complete and/or lead, as required, equipment specification and sizing, power system simulation, area classification, cable tray designs, voltage drop calculations, conductor sizing, control/marshaling panel designs, I/O schematics, power distribution, field junction boxes, cable schedules, etc.
• Provide stamping/authentication on drawings, reports, and other project deliverables as required
• Prepare electrical construction bid documents, CWP’s and EWP’s
• In coordination with Corporate Procurement, select equipment vendors and procure equipment
• 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.
• Participate in acceptance testing and ensure deficiencies are addressed
• Support proposal development and participate in customer presentations as required
• Develop protection philosophies; Protection and control system design and specification
• Perform protection coordination studies, load flow, Short Circuit Analysis, Relay Coordination, and Arc Flash Studies in ETAP
• Prepare technical reports
• Execute projects based on a NEC, ANSI/NEMA, NFPA, IEEE and other international codes and standards
• Assist Project Managers in the planning, control, and technical coordination of projects
• Provide guidance and training to junior engineers and engineering co-op students

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Engineering in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Certifications: P.Eng. is required for the province of Alberta (APEGA). Registration in British Columbia (EGBC) or additional provinces is an asset.
• Experience: For Intermediate candidates: 5+ years' experience in electrical engineering projects; For Senior candidates: 10+ years', with proven experience making technical and commercial/business decisions.
• Industry Knowledge: Working knowledge of the Oil & Gas and Electrical Utility marketplaces.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced to expert understanding of electrical engineering principles; substation/generation project experience is an asset.
• Project Management Skills: Experience with working on multiple concurrent projects, with effective organization and team coordination skills.
• Site Travel: Ability to travel throughout Western Canada (travel requirement of 10-20%)
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong command of English, both written and verbal. Ability to develop and maintain strong personal relationships.
• 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.