Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist

Overview
Magna IV Engineering is seeking a highly experienced  Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist  to provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise across industrial electrical projects. This role supports project teams with advanced electrical engineering knowledge, design review, standards development, and technical problem-solving for clients in the heavy industrial, petrochemical, utilities, oil & gas, and manufacturing sectors. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Senior Electrical Specialist acts as a trusted technical authority, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality electrical solutions while supporting continuous improvement across the organization.

This position is primarily based at our Langley corporate office with approximately  15% business travel  as required.

Technical Expertise & Oversight

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for electrical power systems, protection, control, and electrical apparatus

Provide technical guidance and review for electrical designs, calculations, and deliverables across multiple projects

Review and approve:

Design Basis Memoranda

Engineering Design Specifications

Single-line diagrams, protection & control schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts

Construction Work Packages and IFC deliverables

Perform and validate power system studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, coordination) using tools such as ETAP

Standards, Quality & Compliance

Develop, maintain, and interpret internal electrical engineering standards, best practices, and design guidelines

Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including the Canadian Electrical Code and industry standards

Lead technical QA/QC reviews and resolve complex design or field issues

Support hazard assessments and electrical safety initiatives

Project & Field Support

Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities

Review procurement specifications, vendor documentation, and technical bid evaluations

Support electrical inspections and interface with regulatory authorities as needed

Client & Internal Collaboration

Act as a senior technical advisor to clients and internal stakeholders

Lead client meetings, design reviews, and technical workshops

Support proposal development with technical input, scope definition, and estimates

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, constructible solutions

Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

Mentor and support Engineers-in-Training, intermediate engineers, and technologists

Promote technical consistency, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the engineering team

Safety

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices in office and field environments

Work safely around low-, medium-, and high-voltage electrical systems in industrial settings

Requirements
Education & Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with EGBC (or registered elsewhere and eligible for registration in British Columbia)

Experience

Minimum 10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience, preferably in industrial environments

Demonstrated experience as a technical authority or SME on complex electrical systems

Technical Expertise

Advanced knowledge of:

MV and LV power distribution systems

Protection and control systems

Electrical equipment including switch gear, MCCs, VFDs, transformers, and protection relays

Hazardous and non-hazardous area design per the Canadian Electrical Code

Proficiency with electrical analysis and design tools such as:

ETAP

AutoCAD, Micro Station, Smart Plant, or equivalent

Strong understanding of P&IDs, loop diagrams, single-line diagrams, and instrument data sheets

Professional Skills

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to influence technical decisions without direct authority

High attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence

Collaborative, approachable, and client-focused

Additional Requirements

Valid driver’s license

Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications

Ability to work…