Senior Electrical Engineer

Wood; Grande Prairie; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for its BioProducts team in Canada. This hybrid opportunity involves leading electrical engineering design and execution across various projects in pulp & paper and biofuels. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience, an Electrical Engineering degree, and strong communication skills. The role allows flexibility and a supportive environment committed to professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Competitive salary with regular reviews

Flexible benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in industrial or process plant environments.
• Ability to self-manage and work in team settings.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 10 days per year.

Responsibilities

• Lead discipline scope on small projects and electrical packages on large projects.
• Act as the electrical Professional of Record on assigned projects.
• Develop design deliverables including single lines, layouts, schematics, and equipment specifications.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Self-management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer registration

Tools

ETAP

SmartPlant Electrical

Job description

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its BioProducts Canada business focusing on industrial projects in pulp & paper, biofuels, carbon capture, and utilities. This opportunity is hybrid, based in either Vancouver, BC or Grande Prairie, AB.

This role will support electrical engineering design and execution across a variety of greenfield and brownfield projects. The Senior Electrical Engineer will serve as Professional of Record on projects, prepare power system studies, and provide technical leadership for equipment specification, construction packages, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s BioProducts Canada business delivers sustainable engineering and consulting solutions across pulp & paper, bioenergy, carbon capture, and utility sectors. We support decarbonization and renewable energy efforts through innovative and efficient project delivery.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across bioenergy and decarbonization sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates.

We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

• Lead discipline scope on small projects and electrical packages on large projects
• Act as the electrical Professional of Record on assigned projects
• Coordinate design with other engineering disciplines
• Develop design deliverables including single lines, layouts, schematics, grounding, cable routing, and equipment specifications
• Prepare and conduct power system studies including arc flash, load flow, short circuit, and protection coordination
• Specify and evaluate major electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and motors
• Create construction packages, IFC drawings, material lists and estimates
• Identify scope and schedule changes and assist with change management
• Conduct checking and independent review of discipline work
• Provide mentorship to junior team members
• Support construction and commissioning activities as needed

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don’t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Electrical Engineering degree from a recognized university
• Professional Engineer registration or ability to register with EGBC and/or APEGA
• Minimum 6 years of experience in industrial or process plant environments
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to self-manage and work in team settings
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 10 days per year

Desirable

• Registration eligibility with OIQ (Quebec)
• Knowledge and experience on Instrumentation and Control will be preferred
• Experience with ETAP or other design software tools
• Familiarity with electrical engineering database tools such as SmartPlant Electrical or Aveva Electrical

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.