SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Senior Electrical Engineer Montreal, CA Full-Time What is Watoga? Watoga provides cutting edge technology-enabled services to optimize mining operations, reduce waste, and increase profitability.. Our first step is the drill and blast process, which means understanding what’s in the rock and how to blast it efficiently. Everything around us starts as ore in the ground. Valuable ore is rare, but the time constraints of mining and the lack of information about the subsurface causes modern mines to send tons of ore to waste and leave billions of dollars on the table. Although the mining industry is worth $2.4 trillion, a lot of mining operations still operate with old technology and outdated practices. It is our mission to maximize the use of existing data and enrich it with better instrumentalization to build a future in which fully autonomous mining is a reality, where the earth’s resources are used to their fullest extent. This is just the beginning. Learn more Responsibilities Design electrical layouts and schematics for sensor platforms, including power distribution, controls, and instrumentation Ensure proper data collection and calibration from sensors and systems Specify and source electrical components (switchgear, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, cables) aligned with rig requirements Develop wiring diagrams, harness routings, and cabinet layouts, ensuring maintainability and compliance Coordinate with controls/software teams to integrate I/O points, safety circuits, and communication networks Perform load calculations, short-circuit/arc flash analysis, and ensure systems meet relevant codes (NEC, NFPA) Provide field support for commissioning, troubleshooting, and iterative improvements Qualifications Extensive experience with industrial electrical systems, panel design, and power distribution Proficiency with CAD tools for electrical design (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical) Knowledge of PLC I/O wiring, instrumentation selection, and grounding/shielding best practices Familiarity with relevant standards (NEC, UL508A, CE) and safe working practices Comfortable working with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical and controls aspects Experience diagnosing complex electrical issues in demanding field environments In this role, you will Own a product vertical with the opportunity to build a team around yourself over time Work directly with our internal and external customers to drive our roadmap Get to build alongside the best engineers and mining operators in the world Be given autonomy and virtually unlimited room to grow Travel all over the world This might be a good fit if you Have a bias to action, take pride in your work, and care more about getting to the right solution than being right Have led critical projects or initiatives Have extensive experience shipping modern, full-stack hardware Are product-minded and user-driven Have a strong first-principled way of thinking Are excited to work in a fast-paced environment with high stakes and quick iteration cycles Are a previous or future founder — if you leave Watoga to start a company, we’ll do everything to support you, including investing in you and introducing you to Watoga’s investors Can work from our Montreal headquarters Compensation This role will pay $100,000–$150,000, plus significant equity, so you have a real stake in Watoga’s success. We are all in this journey together. Aside from base compensation, we invest heavily in our team. You’ll have the freedom and resources to experiment and iterate quickly. We’re a high-growth company with no middle management, which translates to fast decision making and the ability for you to own major initiatives from day one. All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are paid for when you’re at headquarters. You’ll also have a room at our headquarters in Montreal provided, if you wish to stay there – we’ll be booking a penthouse for the office and having the whole team stay there. Additional Requirements Must be willing to work from our headquarters in Montreal Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed We’re building a better future in mining. If you’re passionate about making a real-world impact and solving complex challenges, we’d love to hear from you. Submit Your Application Resume/CV First Name Last Name Email Phone Links LinkedIn URL Twitter URL GitHub URL Availability Currently in Montreal or willing to relocate immediately? Yes No Willing to work intense hours? Yes No About You What motivates you? What is the most impressive thing you have ever accomplished? Additional Information

Design electrical layouts, schematics, and power distribution for sensor platforms while ensuring proper data collection and calibration. Coordinate with software teams to integrate safety circuits and communication networks and provide field support for commissioning.

Requires extensive experience with industrial electrical systems, panel design, and proficiency in electrical CAD tools. Candidates must be familiar with NEC, UL508A, and CE standards and be willing to work intense hours from the Montreal office.

• Equity • Paid meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) • Company provided housing (penthouse at headquarters)

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• Electrical Layout Design
• Schematics
• Power Distribution
• Instrumentation
• PLC I/O Wiring
• CAD Tools
• EPLAN
• AutoCAD Electrical
• SolidWorks Electrical
• Load Calculations
• Short-circuit Analysis
• Arc Flash Analysis
• NEC Compliance
• NFPA Compliance
• UL508A
• CE Standards

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Technology

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 16, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level