Electrical Engineering Technologist

Electrical Engineering Technologist – Red Deer, Alberta Responsibilities

• The primary function of the Electrical Technologist will be to design, install, maintain, program, configure and troubleshoot electrical machinery, controls, industrial automation and data acquisition systems.
• Receive and/or prepare wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions covering scheduled and emergency repairs, installation and inspection work.
• Analyze all types of drawings and wiring diagrams to locate and install circuits and equipment, determine material or replacement needs and select a logical approach to troubleshooting and repair problems.
• Plan details or working procedures to achieve the most logical approach to the job.
• Plan and perform work requiring specification codes, material properties, and principles of operation and application of equipment.
• Locate source of trouble for any type of electrical equipment by tracing and testing circuits and inspecting for faulty operation.
• Dismantle, inspect, repair, adjust or replace faulty parts and wiring on motors, generators, power distribution and control panels, circuit breakers, rectifiers, electronic devices, etc.
• Replace coils, resistors, relays and rheostats, etc.
• Program and configure automation controllers such as PLCs, robotic controllers, variable frequency drives, DC drives, etc.

• Electrical engineering technologist diploma.
• Red Seal Journeyman Electrician preferred.
• 1–5 years working in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience with electrical controls, transmitters, valves, drives, temperature measuring devices and programmable logic controllers and automation software.
• Willingness to work shift work (days and nights).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, dental and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
• Short- and long-term disability programs.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Employer-provided and voluntary life insurance options.
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail  or call .

We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.