Senior Electrical Engineer (Microgrids)

BMT; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plan

EAP (Employee Assistance)

Parental leave top-up

RRSP/TFSA matching

Hybrid work arrangement

Training & development

Employee recognition

Employee referral program

Job summary

BMT is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and execution of marine, microgrid, and renewable power systems. The role involves cross-Canada client engagement, safety compliance, and delivering high-quality electrical designs.

You will mentor engineers, ensure deliverables pass QA, and contribute to proposals while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and naval standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of electrical engineering experience
• Knowledge of marine, microgrid or renewable power systems design
• Provincial license for Professional Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and review of marine, microgrid, and/or renewable electrical distribution systems
• Troubleshoot low-voltage power distribution and control systems
• Develop commissioning documentation and capture design decisions
• Mentor and support engineering team members
• Manage customer engagement to meet client requirements
• Perform QA reviews of electrical deliverables
• Assist in proposals and winning work
• Maintain knowledge of electrical engineering principles and Canadian Electrical Code

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Marine electrical

Microgrid design

Team leadership

Client engagement

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer license (Provincial)

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Job description

Department: Technical Capability

Location: CAN - Victoria

Compensation: CA$105,000 - CA$150,000 / year

Description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer - Microgrids

Location: Halifax, NS, Ottawa, ON, or Victoria, BC

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Annual Salary: $105,000-150,000

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for professionally and efficiently executing work in support of client taskings in the field of marine, microgrid, or renewable Electrical Engineering.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Responsible for the design, development, and review of marine, microgrid, and/or renewable electrical distribution systems.
• Effectively troubleshoots and diagnoses issues related to low-voltage power distribution and control systems, following safe operating and work practices.
• Supports the development of commissioning documentation and ensures key design decisions are properly captured and documented.
• Leads, mentors, and supports team members assigned to engineering tasks, ensuring effective execution and collaboration.
• Manages customer engagement to ensure system designs and deliverables meet high-quality standards and align with client requirements.
• Performs quality assurance reviews of electrical engineering deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Assists in the development of proposals and winning work.
• Maintains professional and technical expertise through continuous learning, including attending workshops, reviewing industry publications, and participating in professional networks and societies.
• Maintains strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, naval design standards, and the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Provides specialized technical expertise and practical insights to support internal discussions, projects, and engineering activities.

Essential

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Engineering Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Electrical Engineering
• Detailed knowledge and experience on the design, troubleshooting and maintenance of marine, microgrid or renewable power systems
• An understanding of specifications for government and commercial vessels or the Canadian Electrical Code
• Excellent communication skills
• Provincial license for practicing as a Professional Engineer

Desirable

• Experience in programming Programmable Logic Controllers
• 10+ years of experience in the marine industry
• Eligible for a Canadian security clearance

Work Work For Us?

At BMT we believe in hiring the best talent, from diverse backgrounds, as this introduces new ideas to the team and our customers. We believe in a cooperative and collaborative work environment and support and encourage career growth.

The Successful Candidate Will Receive a Competitive Salary Commensurate With Skill, Ability And Experience, As Well As a Comprehensive Benefit Package Including

• Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Parental/Maternity leave top-up program
• RRSP or TFSA matching program
• Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee recognition program
• Employee referral program

BMT is committed to employment equity, to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst its workforce. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.