Senior Electrical Engineer

Progesys, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to manage maintenance and reliability for a mining project. This role involves overseeing corrective and predictive maintenance activities, ensuring the reliability of medium and low voltage equipment, and working closely with a team to meet project deadlines. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, with a minimum of 10 years in mining or heavy industrial projects. Join a company that values professional development and offers a dynamic work environment, along with competitive benefits and opportunities for international mobility.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits from day one

Referral bonus

Professional development opportunities

On-site gym (Laval office)

Inclusive culture and work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mining or heavy industrial projects with strong electrical knowledge.
• Proficient in electrical codes, power distribution, and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance activities at a Gold Mine, ensuring reliability of electrical systems.
• Provide technical guidance to the Mill Electrical Maintenance Team.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Team Collaboration

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Office

PLC Logic

Schneider Protection Relay

ABB VFD Drive

Job description

Progesys is a company recognized for its expertise in managing industrial projects and their optimal transition from construction to operation. The company is based in Laval (Canada) since 2002 and has offices in the United States, the Middle East, Asia and South America.

Progesys is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer for a mining project in Timmins, working on a 14/14 rotation.

Main Responsibilities:

• Corrective and Predictive Maintenance activities at a Gold Mine
• Hitachi Substation maintenance and reliability (Reactive Power/Voltage Control, familiarity with SVC’s etc.)
• Mainly MV/LV (Medium Voltage/Low Voltage Equipment in-field, HV in Substation to maintain)
• 60MW electrical system overall to maintain
• Schneider Protection Relay/Switchgear/VFD familiarity
• ABB VFD Drive Maintenance, troubleshooting and reliability (ACS 1000/2000/6000)
• Management of Change/Projects design and review
• PLC Logic/Protection Relay settings and troubleshooting
• Instrumentation and Controls (Endress & Houser and various items (Level Transmitters/Plugged Chute Detectors etc.)
• Mining background and familiarity with Mining Equipment
• Obvious proficiency with drawings and documentation (SLD’s/Schematics/GA’s etc)
• Proficient in Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Office/Teams
• Potential past relationships with IESO (Ontario Power Authority)
• Familiarity with Wajax back-up Diesel Generator and Black Start Procedures etc.
• Team Player, able to provide technical guidance and knowledge to Mill Electrical Maintenance Team.
• Able to manage working under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience working in an operating Mine (brownfield experience).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mining or heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards.
• Experience with power distribution, motor controls, and automation systems.
• Ability to work on-site in a 14/14 rotation.
• Excellent communication skills for client-facing interactions and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple MOC works concurrently.
• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and safety regulations specific to electrical and instrumentation systems.

Our Benefits:

In addition to offering a stimulating and dynamic work environment, we provide:

• An open and inclusive culture and work environment
• Competitive salary
• Health and dental benefits from day one
• Referral bonus
• A company that encourages professional development
• International mobility
• Large-scale projects
• The opportunity to work closely with a team of curious and open-minded individuals
• ️On-site gym (Laval office)

Progesys is an equal opportunity employer and has an equal employment opportunity program for women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.