Electrical Systems Manager

ZipRecruiter; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Systems Manager in Vancouver to oversee the strategic planning and maintenance of electrical systems. Candidates should have extensive PLC experience and the ability to lead teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering safety and improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Dental and Medical Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Basic life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of PLC experience in manufacturing or lumber industries.
• 5+ years supervising electrical crews.
• Expertise in electrical standards and codes relevant to the forest products industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic planning and procurement of electrical systems.
• Promote workplace health and safety standards.
• Support maintenance personnel and assist with staffing and training.

Skills

Problem solving

Proactive communication

Team collaboration

Safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Certified supervising electrician

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Rockwell software

Job description

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Western Forest Products is seeking an Electrical Systems Manager based in Vancouver, WA.

What You’ll Do: As the Electrical Systems Manager, you will oversee strategic planning, specification, procurement, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems, including infrastructure, power supply, motors, controls, instrumentation, and optimization. Your focus will be on continuous improvement, project management, maintenance programs, and personnel development to support organizational goals.

Who You Are: You are an experienced electrical leader with a background in manufacturing or lumber industries, with over 5 years of PLC and crew supervision experience. You possess deep knowledge of electrical systems, codes, troubleshooting, and hands-on skills in PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Rockwell software. Safety-conscious, solutions-oriented, and an effective communicator, you excel in fast-paced, problem-solving environments.

Our total rewards package includes:

• Salary range of $135,000 - $150,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance Bonus
• Dental and Medical Benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Basic life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off and holidays

Work Environment: This role is based in person at our Vancouver, WA operations.

Responsibilities

Safety and Environmental Performance

• Promote workplace health and safety by ensuring electrical systems are installed, maintained, and operated in accordance with safety standards and training programs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations, advising management on requirements.

Leadership

• Support maintenance personnel in electrical system specification, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Assist management with staffing, training, and oversight of electrical teams.
• Support planning, procurement, and work management activities.
• Drive continuous improvement focusing on safety, performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Maintain current knowledge through education, publications, networking, and professional organizations.
• Build collaborative relationships with operations, maintenance, and business partners.

Operational Management

• Oversee electrical systems' strategic planning, procurement, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to operational planning, audits, trend analysis, and system improvements.
• Support financial objectives through budgeting, expenditure scheduling, and variance analysis.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or certified supervising electrician.
• At least 5 years of PLC experience in manufacturing or lumber industries.
• 5+ years supervising electrical crews.
• Expertise in electrical standards and codes relevant to the forest products industry.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, AC/DC, motor control, electrical codes, and control devices.
• Experience with PLC and motion control system troubleshooting, programming, and logic.
• Ability to inspect electrical systems and ensure compliance.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Rockwell software and basic network fundamentals.

Skills and Competencies

• Assertive, proactive communicator and team player.
• Safety-focused role model.
• Responsive, with a sense of urgency.
• Problem solver with a drive for improvement.
• Organized and collaborative.
• Calm under pressure.

Your Career

Western Forest Products values its people and offers ongoing training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive work environment. We provide competitive pay, benefits, and recognition programs.

Western Overview

Western Forest Products is a leader in sustainable forest management and high-quality wood products, with operations in BC and Washington State. We are committed to safety, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.