Electrical Engineer​/Specialist

British Columbia, Canada

Job Family Group: Discipline Engineering

Worker Type: Regular

Posting

Start Date:

December 4, 2025

Business Unit: Integrated Gas

Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

Shell is seeking an Electrical Engineer/Specialist to join its team at the Fort St. John District Office or in Calgary.

As part of Shell’s Canada Integrated Gas (CIG) Operations, the Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient power delivery across our assets. The scope includes working with 230 kV transmission systems, substations, 25 kV distribution networks, and medium-voltage variable frequency drives (VFDs). This role will collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams to provide technical expertise and drive continuous improvement.

Upstream Operations consist of a mature Groundbirch asset that ultimately feeds LNG Canada (a non-operated venture), the country’s first large-scale LNG export facility.

This role will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of CIG electrical systems, supporting the growing need for reliable, predictable production in the integrated value chain with LNG Canada.

• Provide technical leadership for the operation and maintenance of 230 kV transmission systems, substations, and 25 kV distribution networks
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of electrical system failures
• Develop and review electrical engineering designs, specifications, and standards
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards for electrical safety and reliability
• Support wellpad design and operations through MOC development and project support
• Support Turnaround activities

• Conduct quality reviews of electrical engineering input from an operations standpoint on Greenfield and Brownfield projects
• Support commissioning and start-up activities for new electrical installations from an operations standpoint
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize asset performance and reliability

• Provide technical support for medium voltage VFDs, including configuration, diagnostics, and performance optimization
• Lead or support upgrades and lifecycle management of electrical drives and motors
• Interface with OEMs and vendors for equipment support and improvements

• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
• Must have a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• At least 5 years of relevant experience within oil & gas industry
• Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, P.Eng certification with EGBC and/or APEGA
• Electrical Technologist / Journeyman Electrician with extensive experience within oil & gas industry may be considered
• Experience with high-voltage transmission and distribution systems
• Familiarity with medium voltage VFDs and motor control systems
• Deep understanding of power system protection, control systems, and/or arc flash mitigation
• Proficiency in electrical modeling and analysis tools, such as ETAP

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that women and those from under-represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.

After you submit your application, you will receive an email providing a link to an online assessment that is a mandatory part of the process and must be successfully completed within 3 days of receiving the initial assessment invite. The email will come from Hire Vue - please check your spam/junk mailbox if you do not see the email. Once completed, your application will be reviewed to determine the next steps.

Thank you for your interest in Shell.

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