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Senior Electrical Engineer

Design and develop power electronic systems including converters, inverters, and battery energy storage interfaces. Execute validation plans and conduct electrical testing in a lab environment to ensure product reliability and compliance.

  • On-site
  • Richmond, BC
  • Posted Aug 25, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 24, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Hi All- This role is focused on electrical engineering with in power electronics- must have EE degree and skills with testing tools in a lab environment Job Title: Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics Location: Onsite M- F in the lab environment (Richmond, BC) Contract: 6 months with possible extension If interested please share your resume to [email protected] Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required. Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Energy Systems, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related engineering discipline preferred. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility considered an asset. 3+ years of experience in power electronics, electrical design, testing, validation, or power systems engineering. Experience working in laboratory, manufacturing, R&D, utility, industrial, renewable energy, or power distribution environments. Key Responsibilities Power Electronics Design & Development Design and develop power electronic systems, converters, inverters, rectifiers, UPS systems, battery energy storage interfaces, and power distribution equipment. Generate and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, and system documentation. Perform electrical calculations, component selection, and design verification activities. Support design optimization activities to improve reliability, efficiency, manufacturability, and product performance. Ensure compliance with electrical codes, industry standards, and safety requirements. Electrical Testing & Validation Develop and execute validation plans, verification procedures, and qualification testing for power electronic systems. Create complex test methods and test protocols to evaluate electrical performance and product reliability. Conduct functional, environmental, electrical, thermal, and performance testing. Design and develop test fixtures and automated test setups. Analyze test data and prepare technical reports documenting findings and recommendations. Verify product performance against specifications, customer requirements, and applicable standards. Support root cause investigations and corrective action implementation for electrical failures and quality concerns. Commissioning & Troubleshooting Perform commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and field support activities. Diagnose electrical, power electronic, and control system failures. Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to identify performance issues and optimize system operation. Collaborate with field service, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues. Support customer acceptance testing and factory acceptance testing (FAT/SAT). Project & Technical Leadership Lead engineering tasks from concept through deployment. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including design, software, controls, manufacturing, quality, and test engineering. Identify technical risks and develop mitigation plans. Participate in design reviews, technical audits, and product improvement initiatives. Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians. Power Testing Tools & Equipment (Required Experience) Candidates should possess hands-on experience with electrical laboratory testing equipment, including: Power Sources & Loads AC Power Sources DC Power Supplies Programmable Power Supplies Electronic Loads

What you’ll do

Design and develop power electronic systems including converters, inverters, and battery energy storage interfaces. Execute validation plans and conduct electrical testing in a lab environment to ensure product reliability and compliance.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in power electronics or electrical design. Must have hands-on experience with laboratory testing tools such as power supplies and electronic loads.

Other relevant skills

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  • Power Electronics
  • Electrical Design
  • Testing & Validation
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Circuit Design
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Commissioning
  • Troubleshooting
  • AC Power Sources
  • DC Power Supplies
  • Electronic Loads
  • Programmable Power Supplies
  • System Documentation
  • Design Verification
  • Technical Reporting
  • Project Leadership

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology
  • Science & Research

Additional details

Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum experience
3+ years
Apply by
Sep 24, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level
Application method
Direct apply is available