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Suncor Energy USA, Inc.

Corporate Head Office


717 17th Street, Suite 2900
Denver, CO 80202
USA.

We are thrilled to receive your interest and enthusiasm to work with our family-owned company, Suncor
Energy Inc. We are currently looking for Electrical Engineers who can share a desire to be at the forefront
of the oil and gas sector and deliver outstanding projects. We empower our people to be the professional
individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a different to the world they
live in and the legacy they leave behind. We are excited to offer you this position of an Electrical Engineer.

Purpose:

As our Electrical Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing electrical system of medium, large and
complex projects. You are to perform tasks assigned independently with minimum guidance from the
seniors in the discipline. Work is periodically reviewed by the Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer for
accomplishment of objectives.

Position compensation and benefits include:

∑ Competitive base salary


∑ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
∑ 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
∑ Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
∑ Flexible work schedule and remote work opportunities
∑ Company-provided equipment and tools
∑ Opportunities for professional development and advancement
∑ Bonus and incentive programs based on project performance and milestones

Job brief

An Electrical Engineer at Suncor Energy is not only a chance to progress your career with a global energy
leader and expand your horizons, but an opportunity for you to make an impact on the future of the
industry. As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll play a key role which include troubleshooting and resolving
electrical issues, designing hardware and software, and monitoring power distribution. Bring successful
project delivery and work alongside fellow creative thinkers, problem solvers and innovators keen to push
boundaries. We’ll ensure that you are constantly developing your expertise and abilities.

Responsibilities

∑ Implement project/client requirements into electrical design.


∑ Prepare electrical load list, schematic diagrams, single line diagrams, cable schedules and MTO
using Smart Plant Electrical.
∑ Perform power system studies (short circuit, coordination, motor starting, arc flash, harmonics)
using ETAP.
∑ Perform Insulation coordination and transient study using PSCAD or EMTP software.
∑ Perform calculations for equipment sizing, UPS, cable sizing, lighting, grounding and heat
tracing.
∑ Prepare specifications, data sheets, cable schedules and interface schedules.
∑ Produce material take-off and material requisition.
∑ Review Bids and Technical Evaluation.
∑ Design and checking of single lines, schematics and wiring diagrams, area classification,
grounding, panel/cable schedules, equipment layout, cable layout, tray layout, lighting and
installation details without supervision.
∑ Review and coordinate electrical 3D model with the other disciplines.
∑ Review and coordinate electrical 2D AutoCAD/ Micro-station drawings.
∑ Supervise and coordinate the activity of a small group of drafters, junior/intermediate designers
and/or junior/intermediate engineers.
∑ Review vendor drawings.
∑ Visit construction/plant sites and fabrication shops during design phase on as required basis.
∑ Provide construction support and perform pre-commissioning and start-up activities for electrical
systems when required

Requirements and skills

∑ Degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 5-10 years’ experience in detailed engineering and
design of electrical works for large refinery / gas projects / power / Infrastructure projects in
similar position.
∑ Fully familiar with international codes, standards and recommended practices standards like
ANSI, IEEE, IEC, NEC, ISA, NEMA, CSA, UL, API, etc. as well as area classification techniques as
per NEC.
∑ Experience in electrical design using Smart Plant Electrical.
∑ Expertise in high, medium and low voltage systems.
∑ General knowledge of other related disciplines.
∑ Ability to work efficiently and effectively when managing multiple tasks.
∑ Effective oral and written communications and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to
deal effectively with the design team in the resolution of project related issues.
∑ Must be self-motivated, results oriented, and be flexible to work well under tight schedules in a
fast-paced multi-disciplinary team environment

Suncor Energy Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status as defined by applicable
federal, state, or local law. We encourage applications from minorities, women, individuals with
disabilities, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Mr John D. Gass

Chair of the Human Resources and Compensation Committee.


Suncor Energy Inc.

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