Electrical Engineer Operations Jobs in British Columbia

Our client is seeking a Sr. Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and operation of advanced electromechanical systems operating in challenging environments. This role combines systems engineering, controls engineering, instrumentation, and hands-on troubleshooting within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

The successful candidate will contribute throughout the full product lifecycle, including concept development, design, integration, testing, commissioning, deployment, and ongoing operational support. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex engineering projects, collaborate with highly skilled technical teams, and play a key role in the development of innovative technologies.

• Design, develop, and support complex electrical, controls, and instrumentation systems.
• Contribute to the selection, evaluation, configuration, and integration of sensors, actuators, control hardware, and processing electronics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including software, mechanical, electrical, operations, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions.
• Support the design, assembly, testing, commissioning, and installation of electrical systems and components.
• Develop engineering work packages, including technical scopes, schedules, and budget estimates.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level technical issues.
• Participate in all phases of product development, from concept and design through deployment and operational support.

Develop and maintain engineering documentation in accordance with established standards, including:

• System specifications
• Design documentation
• Block diagrams
• I/O lists
• Requirements matrices
• Risk assessments
• Interface control documents
• Test plans and reports
• Safety procedures and operational documentation
• Perform engineering calculations and maintain accurate technical records.
• Ensure documentation is complete, organized, and compliant with quality requirements.

• Develop deep technical expertise in specialized electromechanical systems and their operation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to technicians and junior engineering team members.
• Review engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Act as a technical liaison with suppliers, contractors, and external stakeholders as required.
• Support technical decision-making throughout product development and operational activities.

• Adhere to company quality, safety, and engineering procedures.
• Participate in process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support risk assessments and implementation of safe work practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering best practices.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of engineering processes, systems, and documentation.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Several years of experience designing, developing, and supporting electrical and control systems in industrial, automation, manufacturing, or other technically complex environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical system design, instrumentation, controls, and system integration.
• Experience troubleshooting complex electrical and control systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.

• Experience working with marine, offshore, industrial automation, robotics, autonomous systems, or complex mobile equipment.
• Experience supporting commissioning, deployment, field service, or operational systems.
• Familiarity with navigation, positioning, sensing, or data acquisition technologies.
• Experience integrating sensors, instrumentation, and control hardware within larger systems.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers, technicians, or technical teams.
• Exposure to systems engineering methodologies, requirements management, and verification processes.
• Experience working directly with suppliers, contractors, clients, or external stakeholders.
• Experience using ERP, project management, or engineering lifecycle management systems.

• Join a collaborative, innovative, and highly technical engineering environment.
• Work on challenging projects that span the full product lifecycle.
• Gain exposure to advanced technologies and complex integrated systems.
• Opportunity to influence product development, system performance, and operational success.
• Professional growth, technical leadership opportunities, and long-term career development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Preferred Skills: Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Instrumentation, System Integration, Electrical Design, Automation, Troubleshooting, Technical Documentation, Systems Engineering, Continuous Improvement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, BC.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,BC.

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