Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer (Industrial, Energy, Infrastructure)

Ausenco; Burnaby, Vancouver, Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career advancement

Wellness program

Accessible leadership

Job summary

Ausenco in Burnaby, Canada, is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial and Infrastructure team. You will help lead a team of engineers and designers, own electrical deliverables, and perform power system studies for diverse utility, infrastructure, and industrial projects.

You will design power distribution systems, substations, and associated electrical infrastructure, review drawings and specifications, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer designation in British Columbia or Ontario, or eligibility for registration.
• Approximately 5–15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems and relevant codes/standards.
• Experience with design tools and power system analysis software such as ETAP or SKM.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and coordinating a team of electrical engineers and designers.
• Take ownership of electrical deliverables, ensuring quality and compliance with schedules and budgets.
• Perform electrical design and calculations for power distribution systems and substations.
• Develop and review single-line diagrams, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Conduct electrical power system studies (short-circuit, load-flow, coordination, arc-flash, grounding, motor-starting).
• Support substation equipment selection and commissioning.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
• Review work of junior engineers and provide mentorship.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and inspections to support design and construction.
• Contribute to project planning, cost estimates, tender docs, and proposals.
• Support senior engineers and project managers in prioritizing work and resources.

Skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Independent work

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer designation (BC/ON) or eligible

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Canada is growing, and we are currently recruiting for an Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Industrial and Infrastructure Business Line in our Burnaby and Burlington offices. We are looking for a technically capable and motivated engineer who is ready to take on greater responsibility, assist in leading a team of engineers and designers, and play a key role in delivering electrical engineering projects. This position offers an excellent opportunity to further develop technical expertise and leadership skills while contributing to a diverse range of utility, infrastructure, and industrial projects.

About the Role:

• Assist in leading and coordinating a team of electrical engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and supporting the delivery of engineering projects.
• Take ownership of assigned electrical engineering deliverables, ensuring quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with project requirements, schedules, and budgets.
• Perform electrical engineering design and calculations for power distribution systems, substations, and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Develop and review engineering deliverables, including single-line diagrams, equipment layouts, grounding and lighting layouts, technical specifications, and design reports.
• Perform electrical power system studies, including short-circuit, load-flow, protection coordination, arc-flash, grounding, and motor-starting analyses.
• Support the design and specification of substation equipment, including circuit breakers, disconnect switches, and associated systems.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, suppliers, and contractors to resolve technical issues and support project execution.
• Review the work of junior engineers and designers, providing mentorship and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and quality assurance procedures.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and inspections to support design development, construction, and commissioning.
• Contribute to project planning, technical evaluations, cost estimates, tender documentation, and proposal preparation.
• Support senior engineers and project managers in managing technical priorities, coordinating resources, and delivering projects successfully.

About You:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer designation in British Columbia or Ontario, or eligibility for registration.
• Approximately 5–15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in utility, municipal, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems, equipment selection, engineering design principles, and applicable codes and standards, including CSA, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC.
• Proficiency with electrical engineering design tools and power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to work independently while recognizing when senior technical input is required.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach and an interest in developing leadership capabilities.
• Experience with BC Hydro substation projects or telecommunications infrastructure would be considered an asset.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $125,000 - $165,000

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.

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