Electrical Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
The Canadian Light Source (CLS) is a national research facility of the University of Saskatchewan. CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions, working on everything from dinosaur skins to mine remediation and from cancer treatments to cutting-edge electronics.
CLSI is now accepting applications for an Electrical Engineer. Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Lead, the Electrical Engineer will be responsible for supporting the technical design, implementation, and maintenance of systems for the CLS facility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and will possess the ability to effectively communicate and function as part of a highly skilled engineering group.
Responsibilities:
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Develop detailed electrical designs (process and instrumentation diagrams, single line diagrams, detailed schematics, PLC logic and code, panel schedules, and installation plans) to support the design and development of accelerators, beamlines, and facility services.
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Areas of design work will include electrical power distribution, motion control of precision equipment, PLC based control systems, lighting, writing specifications for tender documents, specifying equipment and initiating purchase orders, ensuring compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code, National Building Code, and other related codes and standards.
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Participate in many aspects of synchrotron design, modernization, operations, and maintenance.
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Prepare work plans, schedules, and cost estimates for assigned tasks and ensures timely completion
-
Prepare written documentation such as specifications, procedures, reports, drawings and other technical documentation
Qualifications:
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University degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
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Minimum of four years’ relevant post-degree engineering work experience.
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Eligible for professional membership in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS).
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Experience in design, construction, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems and distributed control systems in an industrial facility.
- Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code including requirements for protection, motors, starters, transformers, wiring methods, and grounding.
- Experience with arc flash and coordination studies using ETAP or similar software
- Experience in the design of motion control systems using stepper and servo motors.
- Programming of PLC-based control systems.
- Experience with safety rated systems would be an asset.
Alternate Skills/Experience given Consideration:
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Experience with cooling water systems in a process plant setting
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Experience with refrigeration and/or cryogenic systems
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Experience with HVAC systems in a process plant setting
-
Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards for electrical design
Compensation: Starting salary range is $80,000-$90,000 for PEng candidates and will be based on experience. (Starting salary would be different for those who are EITs—more information can be provided upon request).
A comprehensive benefits package, including supplemental health & dental, life insurance, pension plan, health spending account, relocation assistance, loan for new housing, and four weeks’ vacation is part of a competitive compensation package.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter.
We will start reviewing applications at the end of January 2026 and will continue reviewing applications until the position is filled. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca*.*
About CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE INC.
The Canadian Light Source is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history.
Since the start of operations, in 2005, CLS has enabled over 5,000 scientists from 56 Canadian academic institutions and 45 countries, to publish over 6,000 scientific papers, highlighting discoveries in a wide variety of fields, in over 1,000 international scientific collaborations.
From helping in the fight against COVID-19 to creating new cancer-fighting drugs, developing more nutritious and climate-resistant crops and supporting clean-tech and green mining processes, CLS’s infrastructure and experts help researchers solve problems, train the next generation of scientists, and support industries to become more efficient and sustainable.
CLS employs more than 250 people including scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative and business personnel.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan fund our operations.
Electrical Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
The Canadian Light Source (CLS) is a national research facility of the University of Saskatchewan. CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions, working on everything from dinosaur skins to mine remediation and from cancer treatments to cutting-edge electronics.
CLSI is now accepting applications for an Electrical Engineer. Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Lead, the Electrical Engineer will be responsible for supporting the technical design, implementation, and maintenance of systems for the CLS facility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and will possess the ability to effectively communicate and function as part of a highly skilled engineering group.
Responsibilities:
-
Develop detailed electrical designs (process and instrumentation diagrams, single line diagrams, detailed schematics, PLC logic and code, panel schedules, and installation plans) to support the design and development of accelerators, beamlines, and facility services.
-
Areas of design work will include electrical power distribution, motion control of precision equipment, PLC based control systems, lighting, writing specifications for tender documents, specifying equipment and initiating purchase orders, ensuring compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code, National Building Code, and other related codes and standards.
-
Participate in many aspects of synchrotron design, modernization, operations, and maintenance.
-
Prepare work plans, schedules, and cost estimates for assigned tasks and ensures timely completion
-
Prepare written documentation such as specifications, procedures, reports, drawings and other technical documentation
Qualifications:
-
University degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
-
Minimum of four years’ relevant post-degree engineering work experience.
-
Eligible for professional membership in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS).
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Experience in design, construction, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems and distributed control systems in an industrial facility.
- Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code including requirements for protection, motors, starters, transformers, wiring methods, and grounding.
- Experience with arc flash and coordination studies using ETAP or similar software
- Experience in the design of motion control systems using stepper and servo motors.
- Programming of PLC-based control systems.
- Experience with safety rated systems would be an asset.
Alternate Skills/Experience given Consideration:
-
Experience with cooling water systems in a process plant setting
-
Experience with refrigeration and/or cryogenic systems
-
Experience with HVAC systems in a process plant setting
-
Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards for electrical design
Compensation: Starting salary range is $80,000-$90,000 for PEng candidates and will be based on experience. (Starting salary would be different for those who are EITs—more information can be provided upon request).
A comprehensive benefits package, including supplemental health & dental, life insurance, pension plan, health spending account, relocation assistance, loan for new housing, and four weeks’ vacation is part of a competitive compensation package.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter.
We will start reviewing applications at the end of January 2026 and will continue reviewing applications until the position is filled. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca*.*
About CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE INC.
The Canadian Light Source is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history.
Since the start of operations, in 2005, CLS has enabled over 5,000 scientists from 56 Canadian academic institutions and 45 countries, to publish over 6,000 scientific papers, highlighting discoveries in a wide variety of fields, in over 1,000 international scientific collaborations.
From helping in the fight against COVID-19 to creating new cancer-fighting drugs, developing more nutritious and climate-resistant crops and supporting clean-tech and green mining processes, CLS’s infrastructure and experts help researchers solve problems, train the next generation of scientists, and support industries to become more efficient and sustainable.
CLS employs more than 250 people including scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative and business personnel.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan fund our operations.