Join a top employer and advance your career. Aplin has partnered with a Calgary-based company to hire a Senior Project Engineer (12 Month Contract).

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Engineer with extensive experience as an Electrical Engineer specializing in power systems. This professional will lead the conceptual design phase of a capital project aimed at upgrading key components of a critical infrastructure facility's power distribution system. The role requires deep technical expertise in the design, implementation, and operation of power systems in facilities operating on a continuous, 24/7 basis.

Key Responsibilities:Lead the development of a conceptual design for upgrading the facility's power distribution system, focusing on medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, standby power systems, and power management systems.Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, regulatory requirements, and electrical safety practices.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering consultants, equipment suppliers, utilities, and internal stakeholders.Oversee the preparation of a conceptual design that serves as a foundation for detailed design and construction packages.Manage project delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.Communicate effectively with diverse teams, including operations, maintenance, planning, and capital delivery teams.Provide technical guidance and review progress to ensure alignment with project objectives.Qualifications and Experience:A strong technical background in power systems with proven expertise in medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, standby power systems, and power management systems.Extensive experience in designing and managing electrical systems for critical infrastructure facilities.Advanced project management skills, with a proven track record of managing complex projects to meet budget, schedule, and quality objectives.Deep understanding of industry codes, standards, regulatory compliance, and electrical safety.Ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and foster collaboration across teams.Project Details:This project is in the early initiation phase, focusing on the conceptual design of power distribution system upgrades.The successful candidate will work closely with an engaged engineering consulting firm to deliver a conceptual design report, including phased milestones.The role is anticipated to last up to 12 months and will involve guiding the project to the next stages of design and implementation.

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