Senior Electrical Engineer

Aecom2; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Canadian Mine Infrastructure team. The role supports projects from early studies to construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Canada and beyond.

You will mentor junior staff and drive innovative, cost-effective solutions to enhance safety and efficiency in mining operations. Responsibilities include design of surface and underground electrical systems, HV/LV distribution, substations, and automation integration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of electrical engineering and design experience in a multidisciplinary team environment for heavy industries.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia or eligible for registration there.
• Experience producing engineering documents (procurement packages, P&IDs, single line diagrams, control network diagrams, electrical location drawings).
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and relevant standards (CSA, ANSI, ISA, IEEE, NFPA, IECEx).
• Experience using eTAP, PTW or equivalent power system modelling tools.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks for drafting/modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize electrical systems for mining and industrial projects (power, control, instrumentation, communications).
• Provide electrical designs for surface and underground mine distribution, substations, and charging infrastructure.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and functional descriptions for electrical and control systems (MCCs, switchgear).
• Coordinate automation systems (PLCs, DCS, SCADA) in mining operations.
• Lead electrical engineering tasks across project phases and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to tailor solutions and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Electrical design

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Power systems modelling tools

AutoCAD/Revit/Navisworks

Engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Professional Engineer license / licensure

Tools

eTAP

PTW

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Canadian Mine Infrastructure team.

This position may be based in any of AECOM's Canadian offices.

The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in electrical engineering to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and practical solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and safety of our clients' mining operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from early-phase studies to construction services, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in Canada, Australia, and elsewhere.

Additionally, the Senior Electrical Engineer will work closely with clients, mentor junior staff, and support strategic initiatives to expand our market presence in the mining sector.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Design and Support:

• Develop and optimize electrical systems and equipment for mining and industrial projects, including power, control, instrumentation, and communications systems.
• Provide engineering solutions for surface and underground electrical systems, including mine power distribution, ventilation controls, materials handling and conveyance systems, mine dewatering systems, pumping systems, and other mining facilities.
• Design and specify electrical reticulation systems for surface and underground mines, including high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) distribution networks, substations, and mobile equipment charging infrastructure.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, engineering drawings, and functional descriptions for electrical and control systems, including substations, switchgear, and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Functional design and coordination of automation systems (integration by others), including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems for mining operations.

Project Delivery:

• Lead and manage electrical engineering tasks across all project phases.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

Client and Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with clients to understand their operational needs and develop tailored engineering solutions for mining and industrial operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including mechanical, structural, and process engineers, to ensure seamless project integration.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and progress updates to maintain alignment with project goals.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor for their electrical, instrumentation, and control needs.

Operational Support:

• Offer technical support to troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues in mining operations.
• Discover opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and enhanced operational efficiency.
• Create maintenance strategies and recommendations to improve equipment reliability and extend lifespan.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all designs and installations comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and safety regulations, including the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and applicable provincial mining regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures in all project phases.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated with the latest technologies, trends, and best practices in electrical engineering and underground mining operations.
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new tools, methods, and approaches to improve project outcomes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of electrical engineering and design experience in a multidisciplinary team environment for heavy industries.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia or registered as a Professional Engineer in another province and eligible for registration in British Columbia.
• Proven experience in designing and producing engineering documents, including procurement packages, P&IDs, single line diagrams, control network diagrams, and electrical location drawings.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
• Current knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant industry standards (CSA, ANSI, ISA, IEEE, NFPA, IECEx, etc.) for compliant designs.
• Demonstrated experience in using eTAP, PTW, or other equivalent power system modeling tools.
• Familiarity with drafting and modeling software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.

Preferred Skills:

• 15+ years of electrical engineering design experience in a multidisciplinary team environment, including field services during the construction phase of projects.
• Experience in designing standby generation systems, Power Factor Correction specifications, and high‑voltage transmission line systems.

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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