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Senior Engineer, Electrical

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Elkford, BC
Senior level
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Elkford, BC
Senior level
Provide electrical engineering support for mobile mining fleet (shovels, drills, substations, trailing cables). Develop preventative/predictive maintenance, troubleshoot HV/LV systems, perform protection coordination studies, lead reliability improvements, manage asset health, and conduct root-cause failure investigations to improve safety and equipment availability.
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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
 
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: July 29, 2026

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role: 

Reporting to the Electrical Superintendent, Senior Engineer, Electrical,  will support the reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement of electrical systems across our mobile mining fleet. This role is responsible for providing engineering support for electric shovels, drills, substations, trailing cable systems, pit power distribution, and associated electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with maintenance, operations, projects, and technical teams to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational performance.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for a safety-focused and collaborative engineer with a passion for improving the reliability and performance of electrical systems. Someone who applies sound engineering judgment to solve complex technical challenges while balancing operational priorities, asset reliability, and long-term maintenance strategies. A person who builds strong working relationships with operations, maintenance, project teams, and contractors, and communicate technical information effectively to a variety of stakeholders. Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement, taking ownership of initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, and operational performance. With strong organizational and problem-solving skills, you can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced mining environment while consistently delivering high-quality engineering solutions.


Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

  • Two Annual Bonus Plans
  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Package
  • Health Lifestyle Account
  • Relocation Assistance

In this role you will:

    • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
    • Provide engineering support for the maintenance and reliability of mobile mining electrical systems
    • Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
    • Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, regulations, and company standards
    • Support electrical troubleshooting on high-voltage and low-voltage systems
    • Manage electrical asset health and develop long-term replacement strategies
    • Lead reliability improvement initiatives to increase equipment availability
    • Review electrical drawings, specifications, and protection coordination studies
    • Investigate equipment failures using root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Requirements:

    • Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering 
    • Minimum of three-year work experience in an Electrical Engineering Role 
    • Previous work experience in heavy industry 
    • Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) 
    • Proficient with the Microsoft Office® Suite and AutoCAD
    • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Salary range: 123, 000 - 152, 000 CAD /year


The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
 
To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.
 
As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.
 
 
About EVR
 
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.

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