Lead Electrical Designer

Fluor Corporation; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Electrical Designer to join their dynamic electrical design team. This pivotal role involves supervising project designers, developing innovative solutions for large-scale mining and metals projects, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical design, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects effectively. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Assistance programs

Compressed work schedule

Every second Friday off

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in electrical design or 22 years without a degree.
• Ability to learn local regulations and manage project details.

Responsibilities

• Supervise project designers and monitor deliverables.
• Develop cost-effective solutions and manage project execution.
• Build relationships with clients and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Technical knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Practical field experience

Education

Two-year accredited degree or equivalent

Two-year technical diploma

Tools

Relevant computer software

Job description

Join to apply for the Lead Electrical Designer role at Fluor Corporation.

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We foster a welcoming, collaborative environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and develops innovative solutions to build a better world. If this culture appeals to you, we invite you to apply.

Job Description

Fluor is a top employer in Canada and a global leader in Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance. We focus on innovation and cost-effective, technology-based solutions for our clients. We seek creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals to help us achieve our goals.

The electrical group is a dynamic team combining engineering, design, and leadership to support our clients effectively. Success requires a solid engineering education and strong personal competencies, including teamwork and effective interaction with clients, vendors, and contractors.

The Electrical Design team handles electrical design development for projects in the mineral processing industry. This supervisory role on a large mining & metals project requires significant experience as a project lead in similar large-scale projects.

Day-to-Day Duties

• Supervise and guide project designers.
• Monitor and support work performed by Fluor offices or other entities.
• Assign work, monitor, and manage deliverables.
• Develop cost-effective project solutions for discipline design execution.
• Review project scope, facilities, and baseline documents across all phases.
• Develop estimates, schedules, staffing, progress reports, and manpower forecasts.
• Establish, track, and forecast material quantities.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and interface with other disciplines.
• Participate in procurement, permitting, and subcontracting activities.
• Develop and review specifications and design criteria.
• Update job execution plans.
• Review 2D CAD drawings and 3D models.
• Review vendor documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Review layouts, schematics, fabricator drawings, and material analyses.
• Perform audits and oversee scopes of work for third-party contracts.
• Support proposal and estimate activities.
• Ensure quality work and adherence to OSR and industry standards.
• Participate in personnel development through mentoring and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Candidate Notice

Background checks include education, professional registration, employment, references, passport, and global watchlist screening.

Eligibility

Candidates must be authorized to work in the position's country.

Minimum Requirements

• Two-year accredited degree or equivalent plus 20 years of experience, or 22 years of experience without degree.
• Effective communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Technical knowledge necessary for the role.
• Ability to learn local, state/province, and federal regulations.
• Attention to detail and time management skills.
• Knowledge of material availability and costs.
• Practical field experience.
• Intermediate skills in relevant computer software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two-year technical diploma.
• 15+ years of experience in mining & metals electrical design.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
• Proven leadership in design teams within EPCM environments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.

Salary Range

$126,500 to $235,500.

Market Rate

Typically at the midpoint, with final salary influenced by qualifications, experience, location, and market conditions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, health/dental/vision, flexible spending, retirement, parental leave, education reimbursement, assistance programs, and resource groups. Office offers a compressed work schedule with every second Friday off.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Check our website for other positions. We look forward to your application!

Additional Details

Requisition Number: 148975BR

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected criteria.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Construction