Senior Lead Electrical Engineer

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About the role

  • Senior Lead Electrical Engineer providing electrical engineering support on major mining projects in the Minerals & Metals sector. Leading project teams and client engagements in a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership for the electrical components of multi-disciplinary industrial projects.
  • Work and communicate effectively within a team of Electrical engineers and designers, as well as interface with other engineering disciplines, project management team, and vendors.
  • Interface significantly with clients from the conceptual phases of a project to detailed design.
  • Along with other senior lead electrical engineers, lead the electrical engineering team for years to come through guidance and mentoring
  • Prepare detailed proposal input and review electrical proposal inputs for quality and completeness
  • Prepare estimates for complex heavy industrial electrical engineering projects
  • Review, check and approve work output of discipline assigned personnel, as required.
  • Serve as the lead electrical engineer on projects, primarily on Canadian and US projects
  • Perform engineering design and related duties including power system studies, equipment specifications and selection, management of vendor/equipment suppliers, power distribution layouts, grounding, LV and MV motor sizing and selection, cable distribution design, schematic, single line, termination schedule and wiring design.
  • Prepare technical evaluations of suppliers’ proposals
  • Coordinate and interface with equipment vendors and review vendor documentation.
  • Prepare construction contracts and scope of work.
  • Prepare work plans and reports in a concise technical manner according to the applicable project specifics.
  • Assist with construction supervision as well as the commissioning of industrial electrical systems.
  • Identify scope and schedule changes in accordance with the Change Control Process.
  • Maintain and plan cost control for all scopes of work.
  • Ensure that designs comply with the relevant Codes, Standards, Regulations and Procedures.
  • Prepare estimates and schedules as well as assisting in their review.
  • Attend site visits to collect data as required for projects

Requirements

  • 20+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering
  • At least 10 years of experience leading the electrical discipline on large minerals and metals projects
  • Must have experience on at least 5 multi-million dollar mining projects
  • Electrical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) from a recognized University.
  • Must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of British Columbia or have the ability to register as one within approximately 3 months of hire.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of North American electrical codes and standards.
  • Strong leadership qualities along with excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with AutoCAD and 3D design/drafting techniques is considered an asset
  • Everyday use of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood is required

Benefits

  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Minerals & Metals (M&M) sector.
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
  • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
  • Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
  • Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

CA$160,000 - CA$200,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

PMP

Location requirements

HybridVancouverCanada

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