Electrical Engineer

As a role

You’ll take part in engineering proposals and projects in the mining and metals industry across the United States and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Take part in engineering studies, design, and project delivery
• Prepare technical documents such as reports, specifications and deliverables
• Cookordination with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated solutions
• Support business development efforts and mentor junior engineers to support team growth
• Participate in site visits, inspections and commissioning activities, as required
• Design power distribution systems (LV, MV, HV), substations and protection systems
• Perform electrical studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, grounding)
• Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

Qualifications

• Results-driven
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Inspirational leadership
• Rigorous and ethical
• Ability to share and pass on knowledge

Summary of Certifications and Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States, or eligible
• Strong asset if candidate has PE license in either Arizona or Nevada
• From 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in mining, energy or heavy industry
• Experience in a multidisciplinary consulting engineering environment
• Ability to interpret process and engineering documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, drawings)
• Field experience (construction, commissioning, site support)
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and teams
• Valid driver’s license and available for occasional travel
• Experience with power systems design, protection and control
• Experience with electrical studies and standards (IEEE, CSA, ANSI, IEC, etc.)
• Experience with LV, MV, HV distribution systems, substations and motor control centers
• Experience with relay coordination, protection schemes and system reliability
• Experience with load flow, short circuit, arc flash, grounding and harmonics
• Experience with single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams and cable schedules
• Experience with transformers, switchgear, drives, motors and electrical packages
• Participation in area classification and HAZOP/HAZID
• Knowledge of IEEE, ULC, ANSI, IEC and regional electrical codes
• Advanced engineering degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) is an asset
• Experience in engineering estimates and proposal preparation is an asset
• Project management and project control skills are assets
• Experience with relevant software and design tools (AutoCAD, ETAP, etc.) is an asset

Benefits

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• Statutory holidays
• Premium for employee referrals

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry. Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves. Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.