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Principal Engineer, Electrical

Posted 12 days ago

OfficeSparwood, BCSE153k - 189k CAD
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.
 
Application Deadline: June 19, 2026 
 
What we offer:
 
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
 
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
 
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
 
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
 
About the role:  
 
Reporting to the Director, Maintenance, the Principal Engineer, Electrical will be central authority responsible for electrical governance, standards and compliance across all EVR assets. They will act as the main oversight for the implementation and standardization of all electrical standards and permits to ensure compliance to EVR Electrical Engineering Control Plan (ECPP) and associated Electrical Standards and Permits (FHP06).
 
To be successful, we are looking for someone with demonstrated leadership and influence in cross-functional environments, ability to engage and align diverse stakeholder groups.
 
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!
### Benefits:
  • Two Annual Bonus Plans
  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Package
  • Health Lifestyle Account
  • ### In this role you will:
  • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
  • Be accountable for enterprise-wide electrical safety risk management under FHP06, including defining controls, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement to ensure effective mitigation of electrical hazards
  • Own and maintain the Electrical Engineering Control Plan (EECP) and associated standards, ensuring regulatory alignment, controlled document lifecycle management, and consistent interpretation and application across all assets
  • Lead the development and implementation of governance frameworks that align with electrical compliance with corporate systems and standards
  • Serve as the primary liason with Glencore on all electrical related matters, ensuring EVR compliance with corporate expectations, global standards, and influencing strategic direction
  • Provide strategic guidance, technical oversight and support to all assets to drive consistent site-level compliance
  • Lead second‑party audits across assets, assess compliance with FHP06 and EECP, and identify systemic risks and gaps in implementation
  • Drive enterprise‑level corrective and preventative actions, and support complex electrical issue resolution and non-compliance
  • Participate in major project stage-gate reviews as electrical SME and ensure electrical design compliance, integration of risk controls, and robust technical assurance from concept to execution
  • Responsible for oversight and support of Electrical Superintendent’s and Electrical Support Engineer’s key accountabilities and deliverables across EVR assets
  • ### Requirements:
    • Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Trade Certification with extensive experience
    • Extensive experience (12+ years) in mining, resource sector or related industry
    • Registered, or immediately eligible to register as a Professional Engineer with Engineer and Geoscientist of British Columbia (EGBC)
    • Experience leading or supporting the implementation and monitoring of large-scale programs, compliance and governance related initiatives is an asset
    • Demonstrated leadership and influence in cross-functional environments, ability to engage and align diverse stakeholder groups
    • Proven ability to develop and implement processes, manage change, and drive adoption across a broad organization
    • Strong understanding of professional governance, regulatory compliance and risk management principles
    • Knowledge of 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
    • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
    •  

    The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

    To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

    As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.


    About EVR

    EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.
    Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Sparwood, BC
    Experience
    SE
    Salary
    153k - 189k CAD
    per year

    Glencore operates nine mines and five metal processing facilities in Canada producing and recycling critical minerals including nickel, copper, zinc and cobalt; and transition-enabling steelmaking coal. We employ 11,400 people, including contractors, and are Canada’s largest diversified miner and supplier of critical minerals. We are the country’s largest producer of refined copper, second largest producer of mined and smelted nickel, and second largest producer of refined zinc, as well as one of the world’s largest recyclers of end-of-life electronics, playing a critical role in the circular economy. We operate Canada’s only copper smelter, located in Quebec. Glencore is also Canada’s largest producer of steelmaking coal. Glencore y exploite neuf mines et cinq installations de transformation des métaux, produisant et recyclant des minéraux critiques tels que le nickel, le cuivre, le zinc et le cobalt, ainsi que du charbon sidérurgique facilitant la transition énergétique. Nous employons 11 400 personnes, y compris des sous-traitants, et sommes le plus grand exploitant minier diversifié et fournisseur de minéraux critiques au Canada. Nous sommes le premier producteur canadien de cuivre raffiné, le deuxième producteur de nickel extrait et affiné, le deuxième producteur de zinc raffiné, de même que le principal producteur canadien de charbon sidérurgique. Nous figurons également parmi les plus grands recycleurs mondiaux d’équipements électroniques en fin de vie, jouant ainsi un rôle essentiel dans l’économie circulaire. Nous exploitons la seule fonderie de cuivre au Canada, située au Québec.

    Key team members

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Chris Gaspard

    Chris Gaspard

    Craig Harris

    Craig Harris

    Greg Maybee

    Greg Maybee

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