Electrical Engineer

Centrix Control Solutions; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay 80-140k CAD

Bonus program

Retirement savings

Health benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Education assistance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CENTRIX CONTROL SOLUTIONS in Kelowna is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team. You will design, develop and implement electrical, instrumentation, and controls for water and wastewater projects, with opportunities to work on integration and commissioning.

The role requires AutoCAD proficiency, familiarity with utility coordination, and knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code; travel may be required. Start date is January 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Proficient with AutoCAD; engineers draft themselves.
• Familiarity with FortisBC and BC Hydro applications and design.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and CSA Standards as they apply to control panels and hazardous locations.
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• PLC, HMI, and SCADA experience considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated confidentiality and integrity.
• Experience in water and wastewater industry.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposal writing and related documentation.
• Perform site electrical design, including single-line diagrams, block diagrams/cable schedules, layouts, conduit routing, and distribution equipment selection.
• Develop control panel designs with layouts, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and terminal layouts.
• Complete network design for controls and external access.
• Design starter panels with across-the-line, soft starter, and VFD configurations.
• Select and specify instruments and related equipment.
• Develop AutoCAD drawing sets for municipal tendering purposes.
• Respond to contractor questions and perform field reviews.
• Support engineers-in-training and junior engineers.
• Perform quality control checks.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

Utility coordination

Electrical code knowledge

Project management

Microsoft Office

Written and verbal communication

PLC/HMI/SCADA (asset)

Attention to detail

Confidentiality & integrity

Water/wastewater industry experience

Travel readiness

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

CENTRIX CONTROL SOLUTIONS is a Western Canada–based company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and installation of control equipment across a range of industrial sectors. We are currently seeking to add an Electrical Engineer to our Kelowna team.

The Kelowna division primarily serves the water and wastewater industry, while also supplying equipment to the mining, wood fibre, and oil & gas sectors.

Your primary responsibilities will include Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls Engineering for small projects such as sewage lift stations, fresh water pump stations, and pressure reducing valve stations, as well as medium-sized projects including water and wastewater treatment plants. These projects are typically supported by low-voltage secondary service supplied by an electrical utility (600 VAC, 120/240 VAC, or 120/208 VAC).

The Centrix Kelowna office includes a CSA panel shop, a service and maintenance group, and operates as an electrical contractor. Working alongside our electricians, our Engineering group takes pride in producing constructable designs, including shop-drawing-ready control panel and starter panel drawings.

With the range of services Centrix Kelowna offers, if your interests extend beyond EI&C design work, there are opportunities to get involved in integration and commissioning (PLC, HMI, and SCADA), OT network security, project management, and more.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with electrical, instrumentation, and controls industry experience. Start Date Jan 1 , 2027

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Here’s a Snapshot of How You’ll Contribute to Our Team

Design & Engineering

• Prepare proposal writing and related documentation.
• Perform site electrical design, including single-line diagrams, block diagrams/cable schedules, site and building layouts, conduit routing, and distribution equipment selection.
• Develop control panel designs, including physical layouts, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and terminal block layouts.
• Complete network design, including the controls network and external network access.
• Design starter panels, including across-the-line, soft starter, and VFD configurations.
• Select and specify instruments and related equipment.
• Develop specification and drawing sets in AutoCAD for municipal tendering purposes.

Project Support & Quality

• Respond to contractor questions.
• Perform field reviews.
• Support engineers-in-training and junior engineers.
• Perform quality control checks.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proficiency with AutoCAD; our engineers complete their own drafting.
• Familiarity with utility coordination, including FortisBC and BC Hydro applications and design.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and CSA Standards as they apply to custom control panels, motor control centers, and hazardous locations.
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• PLC, HMI, and SCADA experience considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated confidentiality and integrity.
• Experience in the water and wastewater industry.
• A collaborative, flexible, self‑motivated team player willing to travel when required.

Why Choose CENTRIX?

This is a place where you will be empowered to do your best work.

We know that our people make the difference and we recognize and reward that. From health and wellness benefits to employee recognition programs, discounts, and perks, we’ve got our employees covered.

• Base Pay 80,000- 140,000 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
• Market Competitive Compensation: We reward high-performance, team work, collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Employee Incentive (Bonus) Plan: Our success is built on your success. We recognize employees for outstanding performance and the unique value they bring beyond the day-to-day, through our annual bonus program*.
• Retirement Savings Program: CENTRIX will match your contribution dollar-for-dollar to a maximum percentage that is based on your length of service with the company.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits: Choose from flexible healthcare coverage designed to support all ages and stages of life.
• Employee Referral Program: Help us continue to grow our team. If your referral proves to be a successful hire, you receive a bonus.
• Learning and Development: Reach your full potential and career aspirations with training and development opportunities.
• Employee Discount Programs: Take advantage of discount programs offered by our corporate partners for items such as computers, mobile phone services, and more.
• Other perks include: Generous vacation/paid time‑off allowance, career advancement opportunities, flexible work arrangements, paid time‑off to volunteer, work boot reimbursement*, education assistance, stability of a three‑generation Canadian‑owned family business, family work atmosphere

*For eligible employees.

Centrix is committed to creating accessible environments for our applicants and employees. If you require accommodation or special assistance at any stage of the application process and employment, please contact us at [e-mail] with your request. Your information will be treated as confidential.

CENTRIX. Real People. Real Service. Real Solutions

CENTRIX is a trusted independent Canadian control solutions partner who offers an agile, expert team of technical problem solvers, providing reliable access to innovative products and services for industry and communities across Western Canada.

We provide measurement and control equipment to the oil, gas, industrial, and municipal market sectors in Western Canada. We also provide custom metering solutions and repair and service of various products, including meters and valves. Learn more about CENTRIX Control Solutions.

Working at CENTRIX Means Being Part of a Greater Organization

CENTRIX is proud to be part of the Deschênes Group, a family‑owned business based out of Montreal, Quebec, consisting of 16 business units and growing. The Deschênes Group is consistently ranked among Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a true testament to the company’s commitment to investing in its people and in delivering the best experience to our customers and partners. Learn more about the Deschênes Group.