Electrical Engineer - Port, Harbor, and Marine - Mid Level

Moffatt & Nichol; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Vancouver is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer to join their Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation (MEI) team. The role involves working on large and small electrical projects, performing designs, calculations, and specifications for power distribution systems. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, have 4 to 8 years of relevant experience, and possess a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in BC. Competitive salary range of $110,000 to $150,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 4 to 8 years of related design experience required.
• Membership in IEEE preferred.
• Working experience or knowledge of power generation preferred.
• Availability and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Completes multiple or complex electrical designs for projects.
• Perform electrical calculations, design drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare detailed contract documents and studies.
• Perform construction administration support and inspections.
• Assist in QA/QC process.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Communication skills

Electrical calculations

Power distribution

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in British Columbia

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer with a specialty in power systems to join our Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation (MEI) team in our Vancouver, Canada, office. This role will work on both large and small projects locally, domestically and internationally preparing plans, designs and plan production for general electrical engineering on a wide variety of projects which may include lighting, power distribution, and grounding plans, one-line diagrams, panel and cable schedules, and different project specifications. Projects include electrical infrastructure for ports, waterfronts, industrial, commercial, government and military facilities. You will work with an international MEI team and Senior Engineers around the company through our intraoffice staff utilization program. You will support projects both on the job site as well as in the office.

About Moffatt & Nichol

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities

• Completes multiple or complex electrical designs to support firm-wide projects by working with Project Managers (any discipline) and electrical teammates
• Perform electrical calculations, design drawings, and project specifications using latest engineering practices and code requirements
• Project management and design team management
• Design
  • Medium/low voltage power distribution systems
  • Overhead power distribution systems
  • Grounding systems
  • Electrical power monitoring systems
  • Selective coordination, power flow, short circuit, and arc flash studies
• Prepare detailed contract documents and studies
• Prepare construction and procurement type specifications
• Prepare electrical material take-offs, cost estimates and project schedule estimates
• Perform construction administration support and inspections
• Perform electrical equipment procurement support and factory inspections
• Assist in company-wide QA/QC process
• Perform other duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Other duties

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; required
• 4 to 8 years of related design experience; required
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration in British Columbia; required
• Membership in IEEE; preferred
• Pole detail and overhead power distribution design experience; preferred
• Medium voltage power distribution design experience; preferred
• Substation and transmission power design experience; preferred
• Working experience or knowledge of power generation (standby or prime) and transfer switches; preferred
• Underground duct bank and vault experience; preferred
• Outdoor area lighting design experience: preferred
• Utilities experience; preferred
• Work experience in electrical trade is considered beneficial for practical knowledge development
• Software requirements:
  • AutoCAD; required
  • Proficiency in ETAP, SKM or EasyPower; preferred
  • Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu; preferred
• Strong knowledge of CSA CEC; required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Availability and willingness to travel
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171

Working conditions

Most of time will be spent in an office setting, while other times will be spent at worksites. May have to work at project sites and around live electrical equipment and systems.

Base salary range

$110,000 to $150,000 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Base salary range is only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the Vancouver, BC, market.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms which is enshrined in the Canadian Constitution. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.