Intermediate Engineer (Electrical) (Contract)

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.  

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system. 

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary Head Office                          

Department: Major Projects Office             

Reports to: Engineering Manager              

Worker Type: Contract       

Schedule Type: Full-time   

Work Setting: In-office      

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as an Intermediate Engineer (Electrical) In this position, you will play a key role in providing engineering oversight and technical support for electrical systems associated with pipeline and facility major projects. The role reviews electrical engineering deliverables produced by EPC contractors and engineering consultants to ensure designs meet company standards, industry codes, and regulatory requirements.

This position supports the development and execution of projects involving pump stations, pressure control facilities, and terminals designed in accordance with CSA Z662 Oil and Gas Pipeline Systems and regulatory expectations under the Canada Energy Regulator.

Key Responsibilities

• Review electrical engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
• Ensure design complies with corporate standards, CSA Z662 and applicable electrical codes and regulations
• Provides technical input and comments on engineering documents including Single-line diagrams, electrical load lists, motor control centre specifications, power distribution and other documentation.
• Support design and execution of electrical systems associated with pump stations, electrical power distribution, emergency power and backup systems, electrical equipment in hazardous locations and other systems along the pipeline.
• Support projects in meeting regulatory requirements administered by the Canada Energy Regulator.
• Ensure designs align with applicable Canadian electrical standards and codes including, Canadian Electrical Code and CSA Z462.
• Assist with preparation and review of documentation required for regulatory submissions and project assurance processes.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, including HAZOP, electrical system design reviews, constructability and 3D model reviews.
• Coordinate electrical design interfaces with other engineering disciplines including mechanical, instrumentation, process, and civil teams.
• Support Supply Chain Management (SCM) team in selection of vendors and vendor document reviews
• Support the resolution of technical issues and engineering queries during project execution.
• Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning phases.
• Review and respond to field change requests, requests for information (RFIs), technical deviations, and non-conformance reports.
• Participate in site visits and inspections to verify installation and compliance with electrical design requirements.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education with a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Province of Alberta and / or British Columbia
• 7–10 years of engineering experience in oil and gas, pipeline, or midstream facilities.
• Experience supporting pipeline stations or midstream facilities is considered an asset.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Familiar with industrial electrical power distribution systems, Motor control centers (MCCs) and motor drives, Hazardous area electrical design, Electrical grounding and lightning protection systems, Electrical load calculations and equipment sizing, Electrical safety practices and arc flash considerations
• Strong electrical engineering review capability
• Ability to interpret engineering standards and codes
• A track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

Application

Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take.  Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together. 

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.  The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day.  We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.