Electrical System Engineer

North Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 26, 2026
1 position

$40–$47 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Associate
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Provide electrical engineering and design support throughout new construction projects, preparing design packages, calculations, technical documentation, and key electrical deliverables. Conduct technical evaluations, develop material specifications and bills of material, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality work on schedule.

Job details

Our client is seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer to join their engineering team and support the delivery of complex new construction projects within a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. This role will be involved throughout the full engineering lifecycle—from requirements definition and design development through analysis, material selection, engineering execution, and project close-out. The ideal candidate brings strong electrical systems knowledge, sound analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence. Please apply directly or send your resume to info@stellar-recruitment.com. Responsibilities Provide electrical engineering and design support for assigned Electrical Power Systems, including preparing design packages, calculations, and technical documentation to meet contractual and customer requirements. Develop and maintain key electrical engineering deliverables, including Electrical Load Lists, Single Line Diagrams, Cable Diagrams, Instrumentation and Controls Lists, Interface Control Diagrams, and termination and wiring diagrams. Participate in all phases of new construction projects, including requirements decomposition, design preparation, supporting analysis, engineering execution, and project close-out. Conduct formal and informal trade studies and technical evaluations to develop efficient engineering solutions, resolve complex technical challenges, and identify opportunities to reduce material and project costs. Develop material specifications and Bills of Material (BOMs) in accordance with established material strategies, engineering standards, and customer requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams while providing technical guidance, mentoring, and engineering support, ensuring work is delivered safely, accurately, and in accordance with project schedules and quality requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3+ years of relevant engineering experience in electrical, controls, and instrumentation systems. Experience working in a heavy industrial environment is required; experience within a shipyard, marine, manufacturing, or similar complex industrial environment is considered an asset. Strong technical knowledge of electrical power systems, controls, instrumentation, engineering design, and technical documentation, with the ability to develop practical solutions to complex engineering problems. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities, including the ability to gather, evaluate, synthesize, and validate technical information and make sound engineering decisions. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical specifications, procedures, calculations, reports, and engineering documentation, and effectively collaborate with integrated project teams. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently, influence and mentor others, manage competing priorities, and contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, while maintaining a high standard of safety and proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering management systems. Pay: $40-47 per/hour On-site 5 days per week in North Vancouver, BC Please note that the posted pay range for this role may vary based on seniority, qualifications, or prior experience. We are always looking for talented people to join our network, and if your desired compensation isn't reflected in this posting, please send your application for review regarding related opportunities.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least three years of relevant experience with electrical, controls, and instrumentation systems. Candidates need heavy industrial experience, strong technical and analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate, manage priorities, and support safety and quality requirements.