ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MANAGER

Nordmin Engineering Ltd.; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

Paid overtime after 40h

Vacation 3 weeks

Extended health & dental

Healthcare Spending Account

Annual Wellness Allowance

Flexible schedule

Training opportunities

Job summary

Nordmin Engineering Ltd. in Thunder Bay, Ontario, is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead the Electrical & Controls team, mentor staff, and shape design standards for energy, mining, and industrial applications.

You will oversee projects, coordinate recruitment, support business development, and ensure high-quality specifications and proposals, while guiding junior engineers and coordinating across disciplines.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from a CEAB-accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the E&C team for energy, mining, and pulp & paper projects.
• Coordinate departmental activities and weekly schedules.
• Oversee recruitment and hiring of qualified personnel for the team.
• Establish training and development activities and goals for department members.
• Support business development by attending client meetings and developing growth plans.
• Prepare proposals, estimates of hours, deliverables, and resource requirements; develop project schedules.
• Collaborate with management on strategic requirements, workflows and staffing.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship on engineering design considerations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Electrical engineering

Mentorship

Team coordination

Business development

Education

B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. Ontario license or eligible

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP/SKM

MS Office

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

In our over 20 years of operation, Nordmin Engineering Ltd. is an engineering resource of choice for the mining and resource sectors. Built to respond quickly and deliver results on time and on budget, Nordmin utilizes its knowledge, experience, and innovation to provide solutions.

With three offices, located in Thunder Bay and Sudbury, Ontario as well as Salt Lake City, Utah in the USA, Nordmin provides Engineering and Geologic Consulting Services to Clients worldwide.

Nordmin Engineering Ltd. is presently looking to add to our Electrical Engineering group in Thunder Bay, Ontario and is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the following position:

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager of Electrical Engineering will be a leader within Nordmin's Electrical and Controls team. They will mentor, develop, and grow the team as well as create E&C designs, and write and review technical specifications and proposals. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership and direction to a growing E&C team in energy, mining, and pulp & paper projects.
• Coordinate departmental activities and weekly schedules.
• Oversee the recruitment and hiring of qualified personnel for the team.
• Establish training and development activities and goals for members of the department and help support them to reach their goals.
• Actively participate in business development by attending client meetings and developing growth plans.
• Complete proposals, estimates of hours, deliverables, and resource requirements, and develop project schedules.
• Work with the management to assess strategic requirements, workflows, and personnel needs.
• Provide technical oversight, input, and mentorship for junior and intermediate staff for engineering design considerations related to:

• PLC and DCS based control systems.
• Power system protection systems
• Instrumentation
• Transformers, switchgear, and cabling
• Low and medium voltage motor controls
• Reduced voltage motor starters.
• Variable speed drives
• Industrial lighting
• Mine hoisting systems
• Lead the development of E&C designs in the heavy industrial and energy sectors
• Write and review technical and construction specifications and proposals.

• Evaluate submissions from equipment manufacturers and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ensure proper communications between disciplines and with the management team on projects.
• Undertake site visits, inspections, and assessments and work closely with our clients to ensure the full and proper delivery of services.
• Expected to work with all levels of the organization in a cohesive manner.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of a B.Eng. or B.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering from a CEAB-accredited university. Note that your university's accreditation, if from outside of Canada, can be obtained from the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario
• Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing in the province of Ontario, or readily eligible to obtain, is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10 years of Engineering design and management experience in electrical and control systems for industrial, utility, or energy applications.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to working in a respectful, professional manner with all co-workers and clients.
• A strong ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to problem solve and develop practical solutions.
• Experience with typical pulp and paper and/or mining processes
• PMP certification would be considered an asset

PROVIDED BY NORDMIN

• An excellent working environment focused on client needs and project delivery in a flexible, inclusive team.
• Access to training and upgrading opportunities.
• A highly competitive salary.
• Paid overtime after 40 hours.
• A matching RRSP system.
• Profit sharing (bonus) when possible.
• Paid sick days
• Extended health & dental benefits.
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Vacation starting at three (3) weeks
• Paid Closure Days in December
• Annual Wellness Allowance.
• Flexible schedule opportunities

Nordmin is a dynamic workplace with state-of-the-art software and technology to help our highly skilled team of professionals in executing world class projects, in an environmental and ergonomically friendly office environment.

Nordmin is an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment and selection process. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).