Senior Electrical Engineer - Plant & Materials Handling

Position: Senior Electrical Engineer  - Plant & Materials Handling
Senior Electrical Engineer - Plant & Materials Handling

Full-time

State/Province:
British Columbia

Business Group: DCS

Business Line:
Water

Work Location Model:
Hybrid

Primary

Location:

CA - Burnaby, BC - 3292 Production W

Compensation: CAD 125,000 - CAD 190,000 - yearly

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced  Senior Electrical Engineer  to join our team as the Electrical, Controls, and Instrumentation Discipline Lead for our Canadian mine infrastructure design team.

The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in electrical engineering to deliver innovative, cost‑effective, and practical solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and safety of our clients' mining operations.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from early‑phase studies to construction services, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in Canada, Australia, and elsewhere.

Additionally, the candidate will work closely with clients, mentor junior staff, and support strategic initiatives to expand our market presence in the mining sector.

Key Responsibilities
Engineering Design and Support

Develop and optimize electrical systems and equipment for mining and industrial projects, including power, control, instrumentation, and communications systems.

Provide engineering solutions for surface and underground electrical systems, including mine power distribution, ventilation controls, materials handling and conveyance systems, mine dewatering systems, pumping systems, and other mine facilities.

Design and specify electrical reticulation systems for surface and underground mines, including high‑voltage (HV) and low‑voltage (LV) distribution networks, substations, and mobile equipment charging infrastructure.

Prepare and review technical specifications, engineering drawings, and functional descriptions for electrical and control systems, including substations, switch gear, and motor control centers (MCCs).

Functional design and coordination of automation systems (integration by others), including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems for mining operations.

Project Delivery

Lead and manage electrical engineering tasks across all project phases, from initial scoping and feasibility studies to detailed design, procurement, and commissioning.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

Conduct site visits to assess existing systems, gather data, and provide hands‑on support during project execution in underground and surface environments.

Client and Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with clients to understand their operational needs and develop tailored engineering solutions for mining and industrial operations.

Collaborate with internal teams, including mechanical, structural, and process engineers, to ensure seamless project integration.

Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and progress updates to maintain alignment with project goals.

Operational Support

Offer technical support to troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues in mining operations.

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