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Overview

Join our global leading business offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities. Permanent, full‑time position based at the Kemano Hydro Power Station, with residency in Kitimat, or Terrace, BC. This is a non‑FIFO role with a Tuesday to Friday on‑site rotation, including weekly commuting from Kitimat and camp accommodation.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to support and advise on complex electrical engineering initiatives at the Kemano Hydroelectric Power Station, one of British Columbia’s most critical power assets, with accountability for supporting safe, reliable operation and long-term asset performance as the facility enters a major rebuild phase of its eight generators. This is a outstanding opportunity for a cooperative and pragmatic engineer to work hands‑on with critical hydroelectric assets and play an influential role in a major rebuild project at a world‑class 975 MW power station.

The role is based at the Kemano camp and follows a Tuesday to Friday work schedule. Kemano is located approximately 80 km from Kitimat, with employee transportation to and from site provided by boat at the start and end of each rotation. Transportation is provided from Kitimat only, and this position is not a fly‑in‑fly‑out arrangement. While we don’t offer fly‑in‑fly‑out arrangements, we do offer domestic relocation assistance to help you settle in and thrive. Kitimat is a welcoming, family‑friendly community with outdoor access and a strong local economy.

Responsibilities

- Championing safe work practices by embedding Rio Tinto’s Health, Environment, Safety and Community (HSEC) standards into engineering decisions, field activities, and contractor engagements




- Providing hands‑on engineering field support and technical leadership to maintenance teams to improve the capability, availability, and reliability of the Kemano Power Station
- Developing and maintaining a deep technical understanding of site‑specific electrical equipment and systems
- Creating, reviewing, and improving technical procedures, work instructions, and engineering documentation
- Complex problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, and field troubleshooting for critical electrical and operational issues
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize power generation performance, asset reliability, and lifecycle outcomes
- Applying expert knowledge of hydroelectric generation standards, codes, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliant and appropriate solutions
- Acting as the primary contact for maintenance teams and capital project contractors and consultants, including scope development, oversight of field execution, quality assurance, and technical advice for the lifecycle of capital projects

About You

- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). Candidates who are not registered but who bring relevant experience may be considered at an appropriate level.
- Progressive and hands‑on electrical engineering experience, including exposure to commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting,



and operational decision‑making in power generation or heavy industrial environments
- Experience in asset condition monitoring and diagnostic techniques for rotating and/or critical equipment
- Strong ability to work collaboratively in small, site‑based teams, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability
- Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as SAP, to support maintenance and asset management activities

What We Offer

- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
- Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
- Exclusive employee discounts
- Domestic relocation program

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto’s BC Works operates in British Columbia with key assets including the Kemano hydropower facility and the Nechako Reservoir. The Kitimat area offers a vibrant community and access to outdoor activities. Rio Tinto is proud to operate in BC with a diverse workforce and strong community engagement.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries. We produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, and other materials needed for the global energy transition. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and responsible governance.

Respect and Inclusion

At Rio Tinto, we welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and respected.

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📌 Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Generation (Kitimat-Stikine)
🏢 Rio Tinto
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