Principal Engineer, Electrical

About the role

Elk Valley Resources (EVR), a steelmaking coal producer operating four mines in the Elk Valley of British Columbia, is hiring a Principal Engineer, Electrical. Reporting to the Director, Maintenance, the role is central authority for electrical governance, standards and compliance across all EVR assets, overseeing the implementation and standardization of electrical standards and permits so they comply with the EVR Electrical Engineering Control Plan (EECP) and associated standards and permits (FHP06). The position suits someone with demonstrated leadership and influence in cross-functional environments.

Key responsibilities

• Take responsibility for enterprise-wide electrical safety risk management under FHP06, including defining controls, monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement.
• Own and maintain the EECP and associated standards, keeping documents controlled and aligned with regulation.
• Lead governance frameworks that align with corporate systems and standards.
• Act as the primary liaison with Glencore on all electrical matters and serve as electrical SME in major project stage-gate reviews.
• Lead second-party audits, assess compliance with FHP06 and EECP, and drive corrective and preventative actions.
• Support complex electrical issue resolution and non-compliance, and oversee the Electrical Superintendent and Electrical Support Engineer.

Required profile

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Trade Certification with extensive experience.
• 12+ years of experience in mining, the resource sector or a related industry.
• Registered, or immediately eligible to register, as a Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• Leadership and stakeholder engagement experience; proven ability to develop processes, manage change and drive adoption.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent.

Required skills

• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1) and CSA standards.
• Familiarity with BC mining regulations.
• Experience with maintenance and reliability systems and tools.
• Understanding of Electrical Engineering Control Plans and safety management systems.

What we offer

• Salary range of $153,000 - $189,000 CAD per year, depending on experience and skills.
• Two annual bonus plans, comprehensive benefits plan and retirement package.
• Health lifestyle account and relocation assistance.
• Compressed work week with alternating Fridays off.