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Structural Engineer, designer, drafter, detailer

  • Calgary, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Company Description Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is an employee-owned, national provider of high voltage transmission, substation, and distribution solutions. Since 1985, ECI has supported power delivery and renewable energy projects across the United States, partnering with utilities and developers to advance reliable, sustainable energy infrastructure. With more than 1,000 employees coast to coast, the organization combines technical expertise with innovation to deliver long-term energy solutions. Team members help energize the communities where they live and work, contributing to a growing industry that is shaping the future of energy. Joining ECI offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a collaborative, ownership-oriented environment.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Structural Engineer / Designer / Drafter / Detailer role based in Calgary, AB. The position involves performing structural analysis and design for high voltage transmission, substation, and related civil/structural components, including foundations, steel structures, and equipment supports. The role includes preparing detailed design drawings and models using computer-aided design (CAD) tools, developing construction details, and coordinating with engineers and other disciplines to ensure accuracy and constructability. Daily responsibilities also include preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, assisting with design reports and specifications, and supporting project documentation and quality checks. The individual will collaborate with project managers, designers, and field teams to meet project schedules, adhere to industry standards, and support safe, reliable energy infrastructure.
Qualifications
  • Strong foundation in Structural Engineering and Civil Engineering, with the ability to apply engineering principles to transmission, substation, and related infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in Structural Analysis and engineering Calculations for steel, concrete, and foundation systems, including familiarity with relevant codes and standards.
  • Hands-on experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for structural design, drafting, and detailing of drawings and 3D models.
  • Relevant technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline; professional engineering designation or eligibility is an asset.
  • Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting project deadlines in a team-oriented environment.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and external partners.
  • Experience in power delivery, utility, or industrial projects is beneficial, as well as familiarity with Canadian building codes and standards.
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Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis and design for transmission and substation infrastructure, including foundations, steel structures, and equipment supports. Prepare and review calculations, drawings, models, reports, and specifications while coordinating with project teams to support constructability, quality, safety, and project schedules.

Requirements

A technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in structural engineering, civil engineering, or a related discipline is relevant; a professional engineering designation or eligibility is an asset. Candidates should have structural analysis, calculation, and CAD experience, attention to detail, strong communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with applicable codes; power delivery or utility experience is beneficial.

Skills

  • Structural Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Structural Analysis
  • Engineering Calculations
  • Steel Design
  • Concrete Design
  • Foundation Design
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
  • Structural Drafting
  • Structural Detailing
  • 3D Modeling
  • Construction Detailing
  • Design Reports and Specifications
  • Quality Checks
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration

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Categories

  • Engineering
  • Energy
  • Construction

Keywords

  • High-Voltage Transmission
  • Substations
  • Power Delivery
  • Renewable Energy
  • Structural Analysis
  • Structural Design
  • Civil Engineering
  • Steel Structures
  • Concrete Systems
  • Foundations
  • Equipment Supports
  • Engineering Calculations
  • CAD
  • 3D Models
  • Drafting
  • Detailing
  • Construction Details
  • Design Reports
  • Specifications
  • Quality Checks
  • Canadian Building Codes
  • Industry Standards
  • Project Documentation
  • Constructability
  • Utility Projects
  • Industrial Projects

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