Intermediate-Senior Electrical Engineer (Minerals & Metals)

Ausenco; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Hybrid work model

Wellness program

Accessible leadership

Job summary

Ausenco in Vancouver is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our Minerals and Metals team. You will design electrical systems, perform studies, and prepare technical documentation for complex projects, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires an undergraduate Electrical Engineering degree, 8+ years of design experience, and eligibility for P.Eng in British Columbia. A strong team player with good communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Recognized undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• P.Eng. with EGBC eligibility preferred.
• 8+ years’ experience in electrical design for Mining, Municipal, Utility, Transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering system design, studies, investigations and analysis for new equipment or modifications.
• Ensure design interfaces with other disciplines and meets QA/QC standards.
• Prepare technical reports, tender documentation and field support including commissioning.

Skills

8+ years experience

P.Eng eligibility

HV/MV/LV distribution

Single-line diagrams

Power system studies

ETAP/SKM/EasyPower

Canadian Electrical Code knowledge

Grounding and bonding

Building electrical systems

Procurement support

Strong communication

Team player

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

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. We are currently recruiting for an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our Minerals and Metals Business line in the Vancouver office.

About the role

• Perform electrical engineering systems design, studies, investigations and analysis, technical evaluations, cost estimates, and options analysis for new equipment or modifications to existing equipment and systems.
• Ensure design work interfaces with that of other disciplines.
• Recommend changes in plans and specify estimated costs.
• Consult with other departments, suppliers and contractors to clarify specifications.
• Evaluate supplier’s proposals and deliverable documentation.
• Help prepare technical reports, tender documentation and field support (including commissioning/site inspection).
• Ensure that engineering deliverables (e.g., drawings, specifications, analysis, budget estimates) comply with applicable regulations, standards, corporate procedures and sound engineering practices.
• Review drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical information and project documentation in accordance with QA/QC programs.
• Ensure that project deliverables are met in a timely manner to a high-quality.
• Direct and mentor junior staff.

About you

• Recognized undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered as a P.Eng. with EGBC or eligible to do so.
• 8+ years’ experience in design of electrical systems within Mining, Municipal, Utility, Transportation projects. Experience working within an EPCM in heavy industry environment is preferred.
• Experience in the design and specification of HV, MV and LV electrical distribution systems, including switchgear, MCCs, transformers, VFDs, motors, UPS systems, and associated electrical equipment.
• Experience preparing and reviewing single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, electrical datasheets, load lists, cable schedules, and electrical layouts.
• Experience performing or supporting power system studies, including load flow, short-circuit, grounding, protection coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Familiarity with power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower.
• Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable Canadian electrical standards; familiarity with relevant IEEE and international standards is an asset.
• Experience with grounding and bonding systems, equipment grounding, and electrical safety requirements for industrial facilities.
• Experience with building electrical systems such as lighting, fire alarm, security, communications, fibre-optic, and data networks is an asset.
• Experience supporting equipment procurement, technical bid evaluations, vendor document reviews, and interdisciplinary design reviews is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, planning and organizing abilities with excellent interpersonal skills.
• A strong team player with the ability to work independently.

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: $110-140K

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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