Senior​/Lead Electrical Engineer

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Canada is growing. Ausenco's Industrial, Energy & Infrastructure group is seeking a Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer to support and lead electrical engineering assignments across utility, mining, and industrial infrastructure projects. This role will provide technical leadership for multidisciplinary teams delivering BC Hydro substation upgrades, asset replacement programs, mineral processing facility expansions, power system studies, protection and control modifications, and utility infrastructure modernization projects.

• 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, switch gear, 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.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered in Canada.
• Valid driver's license 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.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in several of the following areas:

• 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.
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