The Opportunity We are currently seeking a
Specialist Engineer, Electrical to join our
Power Department in Sudbury. This is a permanent position for an existing vacancy.
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer who combines strong technical capability in high-voltage substation and transmission, hydroelectric generation, and protection & control systems with the ability to support and deliver electrical projects. This role provides exposure to a power utility style transmission systems coupled with complex industrial power systems and the opportunity to make a direct contribution to system safety, reliability and long-term asset performance.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Provide engineering expertise for high-voltage electrical systems, substations, transmission and distribution infrastructure, generation equipment, and associated auxiliary systems.
- Provide technical expertise for protection & control systems, including protective relaying, metering, control systems, protection schemes, coordination, settings and investigation of protection system operations.
- Prepare and review engineering designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and other technical documentation.
- Support electrical projects through concept development, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and closeout.
- Develop project scopes, estimates, schedules, work packages and equipment specifications, and monitor execution against safety, cost, schedule and quality objectives.
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, vendors, operations and maintenance personnel to effectively execute engineering and project work.
- Provide field engineering support for troubleshooting, equipment testing, commissioning, technical issue resolution and system restoration.
- Support electrical system reliability and asset management through equipment assessments, failure investigations, condition monitoring and identification of renewal or improvement opportunities.
- Ensure engineering work complies with applicable regulations, codes, Vale standards, engineering practices and electrical safety requirements.
- Maintain technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement of electrical standards, procedures and engineering practices.
What We Offer You - Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
- Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
- Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
- Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Virtual Healthcare online
- Online training and career development opportunities
About You Education:- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
Experience:- Experience with high-voltage power systems, generation, substations, transmission/distribution, or protection & control.
- Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards and engineering practices.
Skills:- Experience supporting electrical projects through engineering, construction, commissioning and turnover
- Ability to analyze electrical system issues, troubleshoot equipment and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Ability to manage technical work and projects while balancing safety, reliability, cost, schedule and operational requirements.
- Strong engineering judgment with the ability to assess risk and make technically sound recommendations.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors and vendors.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and assignments.
- Commitment to safety, continuous improvement and reliable asset performance.
Why SudburyGreater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.
Pay Grade: F3T
Minimum Starting Salary: $112,800
Apply by: November 24, 2026
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