Lead Electrical Engineer , Mining
Worley
- Location
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- 2h ago
About this role
About us Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions. Purpose: We are currently recruiting for a Lead Electrical Engineer. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and delivering electrical engineering solutions for mining and metals projects. Success in this role requires strong electrical engineering expertise, sound judgment, collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders. We are seeking a self-motivated professional who is driven to solve complex engineering challenges, mentors others, and consistently delivers high-quality results that contribute to safe, successful project outcomes. Responsibilities: Lead and deliver electrical engineering services for mining and metals projects, ensuring compliance with Worley, client, regulatory, and industry requirements. Develop and oversee electrical engineering deliverables including HV, MV, and LV systems, substations, MCCs, protection systems, single line diagrams, schematics, cable routing, lighting, and grounding systems. Provide technical leadership throughout engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup phases. Resolve complex technical challenges and provide practical engineering solutions that support project objectives. Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate effectively with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Assign work, provide technical guidance, review deliverables, and support the development of less experienced engineers. Build trusted relationships with clients through proactive communication, responsiveness, and a commitment to delivering value. Ensure engineering deliverables meet quality, safety, schedule, and budget requirements. Identify risks, manage scope changes, and proactively resolve issues before they impact project execution. Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment. Stay current with emerging technologies, industry developments, and best practices in electrical engineering and mining operations. Support proposal development, technical studies, and project planning activities when required. What you will bring: Technical and Industry Experience: Experience delivering electrical engineering solutions within mining, minerals and metals, or related industrial environments. Strong knowledge of HV, MV, and LV electrical systems, substations, protection and control systems, telemetry, teleprotection, SCADA, and power system studies. Experience with surface and underground mining projects, including shaft sinking and subsurface utilities. Proficiency in engineering calculations, specifications, procurement packages, contract documentation, and Canadian electrical codes and standards. Experience using ETAP, SKM, Microsoft Office, and other relevant engineering design software. Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and develop practical, fit-for-purpose engineering solutions. Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. A client-focused mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. Accountability, sound judgment, and the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining quality and safety standards. A genuine