Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
10+ years of experience in electrical engineering within mineral processing or heavy industrial settings
Experience in EPC environments preferred
Strong leadership skills for managing complex multi-office projects
Familiarity with industry codes and standards (CEC, NFPA, NEMA, API)
Proficient in ETAP and Microsoft Office®
Responsibilities
Collaborate with project managers and engineers to prepare deliverables
Produce project proposals with man-hour and schedule estimates
Prepare and review engineering studies and calculations for electrical systems
Approve engineering and design deliverables including power distribution diagrams
Review vendor drawings and resolve related issues
Evaluate cost-cutting Value Engineering items
Provide technical support and mentor junior staff
Benefits
Fully remote work option available
Commitment to a fair and human hiring process
All applications reviewed by a team member, not AI
Opportunity to work on complex multi-office projects
Engagement in a growing team within the mineral and metals sector
Full Job Description
Our team in Canada is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Mineral & Metals team in the Vancouver or Calgary office (fully remote work may be considered). As a senior member of the Electrical and Instrumentation team, you will lead and contribute to the execution of projects in conceptual and engineering phases for our clients in the Industrial and Mining sectors.
About the Role
Work efficiently with project managers, engineers, designers, and drafters in the preparation of deliverables to Ausenco and customer standards.
Produce proposals for projects which involve man-hour and schedule estimates related to the Electrical scope of work.
Prepare, review, and approve engineering studies and calculations including arc-flash and coordination, power flow, short-circuit studies and voltage drop for electrical distribution systems.
Prepare, review, and approve engineering and design deliverables including but not limited to medium & low voltage power distribution single line diagrams, power and control schemes, equipment and cable tray layouts, cable schedules, cable and conduit routings, grounding, lightning, and lighting layouts.
Prepare, review, and approve engineering specifications and technical bid evaluations for equipment such as power transformers, medium, and low voltage switchgear, medium voltage starters, motor control centers, variable frequency drives and large synchronous and induction motors.
Review and approve vendor drawings and resolve vendor related issues and witness factory acceptance tests.
Evaluate Value Engineering (cost cutting) items with respect to our level of risk.
Provide technical support to other engineers and designers. Direct and mentor junior staff.
About You
Registered as a P.Eng. in the British Columbia or Alberta
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a Canada or internationally recognized University
10+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in mineral processing, or similar heavy industrial setting. Experience working within an EPC environment is preferred.
Experience working with projects starting from preliminary economic assessments, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies
Excellent leadership skills in Electrical Engineering with ability to handle complex multi-office projects.
Technical competence and strong attention to detail
Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as CEC, NFPA, NEMA and API. familiarity with international standards (e.g., NEC, IEC) is advantageous.
A thorough understanding of power-related studies (Load Flow, Power Factor Correction, Protective Device Coordination, Short Circuit, Arc Flash, and Ground Grid, as a minimum) is a key.
Proficient with the ETAP and Microsoft Office®
Knowledge of electrical and controls design requirements for high voltage substations and utility interfaces is an asset.
Knowledge of SPEL (smart plant electrical) is an asset.
Effective communication and presentation skills. Candidates must have the ability to communicate complex technical solutions to audiences that include management, co-workers, clients, vendors, and contractors in a multi-disciplined environment.
Motivated self-starter with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and excel in a fast-paced environment.
We're committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI.
Salary range: $125,000 to $165,000
Salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
