Senior Electrical Engineer

Brunel International; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead and manage large-scale projects. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that all electrical aspects adhere to defined scopes and company standards, leveraging your extensive knowledge of electrical engineering systems. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, promote safety, and drive value optimization throughout the project lifecycle. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence project outcomes and enhance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering with a Bachelor's degree or 13 years with a Master's degree.
• Experience managing electrical engineering design teams on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with scope definition and company requirements for electrical aspects.
• Coordinate with various teams to ensure quality and compliance in electrical designs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Technical Knowledge of Electrical Systems

Regulatory Standards Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

What are you going to do

• Ensure inputs for all electrical aspects of the project adhere to scope definition for the appropriate Stage Gate, are firm, and meet company requirements. Apply working knowledge of engineering principles using sound engineering, data measurement & collection, calculations, analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving.
• Review the electrical engineering budgets to meet the scope and execution plan for the project.
• Review, interpret, comment, and approve electrical engineering deliverables. Review reports for electrical design projects and provide recommendations to site team and project consultants. Review the Electrical Engineering Work Packages (EWPs) for all deliverables and time-based functions.
• Assist the Engineering Manager in reviewing the engineering schedule and overall project schedule to ensure it meets project requirements and guides overall project scheduled development.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, and other Corporate groups early in the design effort to obtain input and conduct necessary reviews. Coordinate electrical designs with Jobsite operations/maintenance personnel.
• Direct and review all electrical engineering design work to ensure quality and compliance with company objectives. Promote safety awareness and ensure the application of corporate safety principles to the project.
• Participate in engineering risk assessments and HAZOPs, ensuring electrical design risks/issues are identified and addressed.
• Identify and develop options for value optimization through best practices, considering synergies across the full project scope for electrical designs. Guide electrical discipline engineers and project engineers on scope, design criteria, tenders, and safety as required.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards throughout project development and execution. Maintain consistent engineering methodology for all electrical studies and designs, including commissioning and startup.

Essential skills and knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering OR Master's degree with 13 years of experience.
• Experience managing electrical engineering design teams on large-scale projects.
• Extensive technical knowledge of electrical engineering systems, design, applications, and current technologies.
• General knowledge of industry standards, regulatory standards, and design criteria in electrical engineering.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and organize at an advanced level.
• Knowledge of project planning, controls, and understanding of multi-discipline interdependencies.
• Knowledge of drawing production, document control methodologies, progress assessment, and engineering control strategies.
• Strong communication skills and understanding of how engineering interacts with procurement, construction, and commissioning disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ability to handle complex problem-solving tasks with high-level technical detail.