Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Saltworks Technologies: Industrial Water + Lithium; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RRSP matching

Education allowance

Regular social activities

Job summary

Saltworks Technologies is seeking a Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Technologist based in Richmond, BC. This position offers the opportunity to support the startup and delivery of advanced clean technology systems, with direct exposure to the project lifecycle alongside experienced engineers.

The role includes approximately 50% travel, with responsibilities that encompass commissioning, troubleshooting, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. A degree in Electrical Engineering, along with strong problem-solving skills, is required. Saltworks offers a competitive compensation package and a culture built on safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in commissioning, fieldwork, or technical project support.
• Exposure to electrical or mechanical systems, instrumentation, or process control is an asset.
• A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning, troubleshooting, and system handovers.
• Assist in developing project plans and schedules.
• Contribute to refining commissioning procedures and best practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Familiarity with industrial safety standards

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Job description

Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Technologist

Saltworks is hiring a Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Technologist to support the startup and delivery of advanced clean technology systems. If you are early in your engineering career and eager to grow through hands‑on fieldwork, this role offers direct exposure to the full project lifecycle—working alongside experienced engineers at our facility and at customer sites worldwide.

Travel Commitment: This position involves approximately 50% travel, with typical field rotations of 2–3 weeks. Some projects may require extended stays of 6–12 weeks, depending on customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside multi‑disciplinary teams to execute commissioning, troubleshooting, and system handovers.
• Assist in developing project plans, schedules, and resource coordination.
• Contribute to refining commissioning procedures and best practices.
• Provide design feedback to improve future systems.
• Represent Saltworks professionally at customer sites.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, a diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of hands‑on experience in commissioning, fieldwork, or technical project support.
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and commissioning practices.
• Exposure to electrical or mechanical systems, instrumentation, or process control is an asset.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills with a safety‑first mindset.
• A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally without restrictions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including salary, medical, dental, vision, RRSP matching, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and an education allowance.
• Culture built on safety, innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Collaborative, cross‑functional team environment where every member contributes to project outcomes.
• Regular social activities and company events.

Location: 13800 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A8