Building Electrical Design Engineer

Job summary

Develop electrical designs and specifications for building systems including power, lighting, and fire alarms using BIM software. Manage projects through coordination with clients and consultants while performing on-site construction administration and inspections.

Job details

BPA is more than an engineering firm — it’s a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment. We are currently seeking an Intermediate or Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical team in Calgary. Reporting to Erik Byrgesen, a highly people-oriented leader with a strong vision for excellence, this role offers the opportunity to grow within a collaborative team that is committed to continuous improvement and high performance. Key Responsibilities Develop electrical designs, project specifications, and electrical drawing details for building electrical systems, including but not limited to power, lighting, fire alarm, security, and communications, using Revit, AutoCAD, or any other BIM collaboration software. Perform design coordination and quality control on assigned projects. Collaborate with clients and consultants throughout the project. Project management: Ensure that scheduling, time management, and reporting are implemented effectively and efficiently. Effectively communicate and coordinate among all parties and disciplines involved in assigned projects. Accountable for on-site Construction Administration, including completion of site surveys and inspections on construction sites in assigned projects. Essential Functions Effective Communication: Ensuring efficient communication and coordination among all project stakeholders. Service Quality: Responsible for delivering high-quality service on assigned projects. Client Interaction: Extensive interaction with clients, vendor representatives, and project field personnel. Client Satisfaction: Maintaining strong client relationships and high levels of client satisfaction. Problem Solving: Performing assignments with minimal instructions and offering solutions to complex problems. Client Engagement: Participating in job site visits, client meetings, and presentations. Technological Awareness: Staying up to date with the latest technological advancements. Work Environment & Physical Demands Flexible Schedule: This role may require after-hours work, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, as project workloads dictate. Varied Locations: While most of the work will be office-based, there may be occasional travel to client offices, production facilities, or construction job sites. Conditions will vary, but the above-mentioned conditions will generally apply. Calgary-Centric: Most work will be in or around the city of Calgary, with occasional travel outside of this area. Driver’s License: Having a valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional use is an asset. Additional Information No Relocation: Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position. Work Authorization: Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position. Safety First: M+B Engineering is committed to a high-level safety program to protect our employees. We are committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all our offices in Canada.We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any stage of the selection process. Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team. #P1

What you’ll do

Develop electrical designs and specifications for building systems including power, lighting, and fire alarms using BIM software. Manage projects through coordination with clients and consultants while performing on-site construction administration and inspections.

Requirements

Seeking an Intermediate or Senior Electrical Engineer with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and the ability to work flexible hours as project workloads dictate.

Listed skills

• Quality Control · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred
• Site Inspections · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical Design
• Revit
• AutoCAD
• BIM
• Project Management
• Construction Administration
• Power Systems Design
• Lighting Design
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Security Systems
• Communications Systems
• Quality Control
• Site Inspections
• Client Coordination
• Technical Specifications
• Design Coordination

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Consulting