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Engineer, Electrical, Water Operations

Elkford, BC
Mid Level

Top Benefits

Two annual bonus plans
Comprehensive benefits plan
Retirement package

About the role

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: October 20, 2025

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 Senior Engineer Supervisor, Process, the Electrical Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems within water treatment facilities at EVR. This critical role provides key operation and design support for electrical infrastructure, including power distribution, control systems, instrumentation, and automation.

To be successful, we are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, who has strong learning agility, and analytical problem-solving and decision-making abilities. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, cross-functional team player who brings a collaborative approach to finding solutions. Strong attention-to-detail and organizational skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a constantly evolving, dynamic environment are crucial to this role.

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! This role requires the flexibility to work a variety of days, evenings, and weekends for projects at different sites.

Benefits:

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

In this role you will:

  • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards
  • Collaborate with others to deliver value, contributing to the goals of Elk Valley Water Quality Plan
  • Promote sharing of best electrical engineering practices across operations
  • Design, implement, and optimize electrical systems and components for water treatment facilities
  • Troubleshoot electrical issues in pumps, motors, control panels, and instrumentation
  • Assist in the integration and programming of SCADA and PLC systems
  • Develop, update and maintain electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and technical documentation
  • Develop and implement electrical/instrument-related MOCs (Management of Change)
  • Collaborate with process, mechanical engineering, and automation teams, leading/supporting continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support maintenance and operations teams to improve equipment reliability
  • Support capital projects and upgrades in terms of specification development, design review, criticality assessment, operation readiness, and facility commissioning
  • Train and coach junior staff

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in water/wastewater facilities
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation preferred, or eligibility required
  • Hands-on experience in full-scale facility commissioning preferred
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and automation
  • Strong skills in PLCs, SCADA systems, and VFD
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

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.

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.

About Elk Valley Resources

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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) is committed to responsible mining, operating four steelmaking coal mines employing over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. EVR produces high quality steelmaking coal, a key transition-enabling resource that is an essential input for steel, which is needed for constructing products like wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, EVR is part of the Glencore Group, one of the world's largest diversified natural resource companies.