About The Role

Act as Technical Lead for electrical engineering teams on utility, mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

Lead the design and replacement of substation equipment, including circuit breakers, disconnect switches, transformers, station service systems, switchgear, motor control centres, and associated electrical infrastructure.

Design and specify electrical power distribution systems and equipment for utility, mining, transportation, industrial, institutional, and public sector facilities.

Support the electrical design of mining and mineral processing facilities, including crushing plants, conveyors, pumping systems, concentrators, SAG and ball mills, tailings facilities, water management systems, and associated power infrastructure.

Perform and review electrical engineering calculations and system studies, including:

Short‑circuit studies

Protective device coordination studies

Load flow analysis

Arc flash studies

Ground grid analysis

Motor starting studies

Harmonic analysis

Power quality assessments

Develop and review engineering deliverables including:

Single‑line diagrams

Equipment layouts

Grounding layouts

Lighting layouts

Cable schedules

Protection and control drawings

Construction and installation packages

Conduct field investigations, condition assessments, and site reviews at substations, mine sites, and industrial facilities.

Perform field reviews during construction, commissioning, and project closeout activities.

Prepare technical specifications, tender packages, procurement documentation, cost estimates, and construction installation packages.

Evaluate existing utility and mining infrastructure and develop asset replacement, modernization,



and expansion strategies.

Participate in feasibility studies, options analyses, conceptual studies, and capital project development for utility and mining clients.

Interface directly with clients, contractors, suppliers, equipment vendors, and regulatory authorities.

Review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with company quality systems, utility standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Mentor junior engineers and designers and provide technical leadership across project teams.

Support proposal development, client engagement activities, and business growth initiatives.

About You

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered in Canada.

Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project and operating sites.

Minimum 12+ years of experience on multi‑disciplinary projects in electrical engineering within utility, mining, industrial, infrastructure, or power generation sectors.

Strong knowledge of:

CSA Standards

Canadian Electrical Code

IEEE Standards

ANSI Standards

Utility and industrial design practices

Experience using ETAP or equivalent power system analysis software.

Excellent communication, technical writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ideal Candidate Experience





BC Hydro transmission and distribution infrastructure projects.

Utility substation engineering and asset replacement programs.

Substation design from 69 kV to 500 kV.

Protection and control systems.

Grounding and lightning protection design.

Station service systems.

SCADA and communications integration.

Utility power system planning and studies.

Mining and mineral processing facilities.

Greenfield and brownfield mine developments.

Concentrators, crushing plants, conveying systems, and pumping facilities.

Medium and high‑voltage power distribution systems for mining operations.

Large motor applications, VFD systems, and process plant electrical infrastructure.

Tailings storage facilities and water management infrastructure.

Remote power generation and distribution systems.

EPCM and Owner’s Engineer project delivery environments.

Construction support, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.

Benefits

Career advancement through continuous growth, technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities.

Work‑life balance with a hybrid work model, allowing office days and work from home, and progressive parental leave benefits.

Holistic wellness support, including confidential counselling, information services, and a benefits program that supports health and wellness.

Accessible leadership team that values your contribution.

Salary
Salary range: $135,000 - $185,000.

Expected salary: Variation in salary is determined by qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.

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📌 Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer - (Industrial, Energy & Infrastructure) (British Columbia)
🏢 Ausenco
📍 British Columbia