Senior Electrical Engineer - Lighting

KGS Group
CA - British Columbia - vancouver
May 11, 2025

KGS Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering department in Vancouver, BC.
We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America.
We're different than traditional engineering firms.
We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out.
And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.
Working with us means you'll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.In this role, you will lead client interactions and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary project team to ensure deliverables align with client expectations.
You will also provide review and expert guidance in performing calculations and studies, testing, and commissioning.
Furthermore, you will lead electrical projects from the proposal phase to completion, including defining project scopes, budgets, and schedules, while ensuring continuous communication with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Additionally, you will lead and mentor intermediate and junior-level employees, fostering their growth and development within the team.

Lead the design of both modifications and new electrical systems for a wide range of projects in industrial, hydroelectric, commercial, and institutional sectors.
You will ensure that all designs meet client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory compliance.
Take responsibility for managing and executing multiple projects, ranging from small to large in scale, across the commercial sector.
You will oversee all stages of the project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery within budget, scope, and timeline constraints.
Lead the preparation and review of detailed specifications, technical reports, and other key project documentation.
Oversee the preparation and review of engineering drawings, ensuring that all technical details are precise and meet project requirements.
Lead cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring coordination among various teams to deliver project objectives.
Proactively address potential issues and ensure quality, schedule, and budget goals are consistently met.
Take a leadership role in mentoring and managing junior engineers and technical staff.
Provide coaching, technical guidance, and career development support, ensuring the team's growth.

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized university; a post graduate degree would be an asset.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical engineering with project management skills (managing scope, budget and project schedule).
Experience with hydroelectric generation and industrial facilities would be an asset.
Registration in other Canadian provinces would be an additional asset.
Demonstrated experience in site investigations, condition assessments, design and construction support is preferred.
Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring intermediate and junior staff.
Knowledge of building systems is an asset.
Knowledge of industrial controls is an asset.
Knowledge of hydro stations is an asset.
Detailed Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, Building Code and other relevant codes and standards for construction of new facilities and facility expansions.
Experience working on multi-discipline projects.
Willingness to travel to project sites depending on project/client requirements.
Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks.

Hybrid and flexible work options to support work-life balance
KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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