Intermediate Electrical Engineer

Job available in these locations:

- Thunder Bay, ON, Canada
- Sudbury, ON, Canada

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

BBA is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to be a part of our new Thunder Bay office to support our continued growth in Central Canada. You’ll play a key role in all phases of engineering projects, from front end studies to field implementation, with a focus on detailed engineering.

As a member of the BBA Central Canada Electrical and Power Systems Engineering team, you’ll be responsible for technical quality, project scope execution and regional collaboration with other technical experts.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to

- Perform electrical engineering and design activities for mining, industrial and utility projects
- Develop and review single-line diagrams, electrical layouts, equipment specifications and data sheets, cable routing, cable schedules, load lists and design calculations
- Perform or support load-flow, short-circuit, voltage-drop, motor-starting, protection-coordination, arc-flash and grounding studies
- Support the design and specification of MV/HV substations, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, protection and control systems, grounding systems and electrical distribution systems
- Provide electrical engineering support for mining facilities such as processing plants, crushers, conveyors, pumping systems, ventilation systems and associated infrastructure
- Support utility-related projects involving substations, distribution systems, feeders and utility interconnections
- Prepare technical specifications, equipment requisitions, bid evaluations and vendor drawing reviews




- Coordinate electrical design requirements with civil, structural, mechanical, instrumentation and controls and other engineering disciplines
- Participate in project meetings, design reviews, constructability reviews and client coordination meetings
- Provide technical support during construction, installation, testing and commissioning
- Review contractor RFIs, shop drawings, equipment substitutions and field changes
- Perform site visits and field investigations and collect existing electrical system information
- Ensure designs comply with applicable Canadian electrical codes, industry standards, client standards and engineering practices
- Support senior engineers and project managers with engineering deliverables, schedules, budgets and technical coordination
- Build robust client relationships and provide technical direction and mentorship to junior team members
- Contribute to BBA initiatives and foster a positive culture in the Thunder Bay office while delivering high-quality work

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

- Results-driven
- Desire to motivate and train the next generation
- Strong commitment to health and safety
- Rigorous and ethical
- Ability to share and pass on knowledge

Summary of certifications and job requirements





- University degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- Over 4 years of electrical engineering experience in the mining or energy industries; consulting preferred
- Registered P.Eng. in Ontario, Canada
- Demonstrated experience in the mining, mineral processing or heavy industrial sectors
- Understanding of medium-voltage and high-voltage power distribution systems
- Experience with electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, circuit breakers, protection relays, motors, VFDs, cables and grounding systems
- Familiarity with applicable standards and codes, such as CEC, CSA, IEEE and relevant utility standards
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and other electrical design software platforms
- Familiarity with electrical design and documentation practices
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and communicate directly with clients, vendors, contractors and other stakeholders
- Strong asset: experience or exposure to electrical utilities, substations or transmission and distribution systems
- Asset: experience with power system analysis software, such as ETAP, EasyPower, SKM, CYME or similar tools
- Strong communication, organization and technical leadership skills
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel for site work, inspections, commissioning and start-ups

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

- Annual base salary from $95,000 to $145,000
- Annual premium program for regular employees
- Onsite mobility premium
- Time bank
- Cellphone fee reimbursements

📌 Intermediate Electrical Engineer (Northeastern Ontario)
🏢 BBA Consultants
📍 Northeastern Ontario