Electrical Engineer- Asset Reliability

Fort McMurray, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 14, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Improve the reliability, availability, and performance of electrical and instrumentation assets by leading investigations, root cause analyses, condition monitoring, and reliability initiatives. Support maintenance, operations, commissioning, and capital projects through technical reviews, documentation, risk assessments, and Management of Change processes.

Job details

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Electrical Engineer for an exciting opportunity supporting industrial operations and asset reliability programs in Fort McMurray, AB. As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for improving the reliability, availability, and performance of critical electrical and instrumentation assets. You will support maintenance, operations, capital projects, commissioning activities, and reliability initiatives while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment. Location: Fort McMurray, AB | No camp accommodation | Must be local or willing to relocate Shift: Monday to Friday | 8 hours per day | 40 hours per week Job type: Contract until January 2028 | Full-time Responsibilities: Develop scopes of work with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and asset performance. Lead reliability improvement initiatives and investigate equipment failures and recurring issues. Conduct root cause analysis and provide recommendations to improve equipment reliability. Assess electrical and instrumentation asset health using condition monitoring and testing programs. Support maintenance, operations, and commissioning activities. Provide technical expertise for sustaining and capital projects, including design reviews, system studies, and equipment specifications. Ensure electrical systems have adequate capacity and reliability to support operational requirements. Develop and review electrical and instrumentation drawings, datasheets, and technical documentation. Participate in risk assessments, HAZOP reviews, and loss prevention initiatives. Support Management of Change (MOC) processes and continuous improvement activities. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with APEGA preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance, reliability, or electrical engineering within industrial operations. Experience supporting oil & gas, energy, petrochemical, mining, or heavy industrial facilities. Strong knowledge of electrical reliability, maintenance, troubleshooting, and asset lifecycle management. Experience with high-voltage electrical equipment and power distribution systems. Experience with field instrumentation, control valves, and process control systems. Knowledge of DCS, PLC, hazardous area installations, and electrical heat trace (EHT) systems. Experience with Management of Change (MOC) processes. Working knowledge of SAP Plant Maintenance or similar CMMS platforms. Operational plant or field engineering experience. Reliability and maintenance engineering background. High-voltage systems troubleshooting and commissioning. Experience with transformers, circuit breakers, relays, substations, power cables, and transmission systems. Knowledge of applicable electrical standards and codes. Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada Ready to make an impact? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role. At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone. Please reach out to learn how the Aspire Academy can upskill you into your next role.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering is required, with P.Eng. designation or eligibility for APEGA registration preferred. Candidates should have at least five years of industrial maintenance, reliability, or electrical engineering experience, including high-voltage systems, instrumentation and controls, and plant or field engineering.