Company Summary:

Founded in 2008, REV’s sole focus is electrical power, its generation, distribution, control, protection and safe utilization. REV is acknowledged throughout our industry as a leader in safety.

Position Overview:

The Front-End Engineering Design Specialist - Switchgear is responsible for developing detailed front-end design packages for switchgear projects, including single-line diagrams, layouts, bills of material, and technical specifications. This role ensures all project requirements are clearly defined, technically accurate, and efficiently transitioned to detailed and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

Front-End Design & Technical Review

• Interpret customer specifications, drawings, and RFQs to develop preliminary switchgear designs.
• Prepare single-line diagrams, general arrangements, and equipment layouts.
• Define control and protection schemes in collaboration with electrical engineers.
• Select appropriate equipment ratings, breakers, relays, and bus configurations based on project requirements and applicable standards.

Scope Definition & Documentation

• Create FEED documentation packages that clearly outline design intent, including:
• Bills of Material (BOM)
• Equipment datasheets
• Preliminary wiring schematics
• Design basis documents
• Ensure design packages meet client, regulatory, and internal standards before hand-off.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support sales and proposal teams with technically accurate, cost-optimized designs.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings and client design reviews.
• Work closely with detailed engineering and production teams to ensure smooth design transition.

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to applicable codes and standards (CSA C22, UL 1558/891, IEEE C37, NEMA, NEC).
• Apply best practices for safety, maintainability, and manufacturability of switchgear designs.

Continuous Improvement

• Recommend design standardization opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain FEED templates, standard BOMs, and design libraries.

Qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering Technologist (EET) Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in switchgear design, power distribution equipment, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of LV/MV switchgear configurations, protection schemes, and control circuits.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar design tools.
• Familiarity with short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Key Competencies:

• Technical Accuracy: Converts complex specifications into actionable, correct designs.
• Problem Solving: Quickly identifies potential design, cost, or compliance risks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures documentation is complete and error free.
• Collaboration: Works seamlessly across departments to support project success.
• Proactivity: Looks for ways to standardize, simplify, and improve FEED processes.

Start Date:

ASAP

Location:

5616 – 80 Ave SE, Calgary, AB

Duration:

Permanent, Full-time

Items to Include in Application:

Resume.

Application Closing Date:

Will remain open until suitable candidate is found.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement : REV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.

 

If you feel that you are uniquely qualified for this position please submit your resume for review.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those who most closely match REV’s requirements will be contacted.

All information submitted to REV will be reviewed and remains in strict confidence.

For more information on REV please visit our company website: www.reveng.ca

 

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.