Senior Electrical Engineer

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Port Mellon, (British Columbia, Canada), is seeking talent to fill the position of Senior Electrical Engineer. This job is full-time permanent.

Howe Sound is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Maintenance & Engineering teams at our facility at Port Mellon, BC. Reporting to the E/I Superintendent, the Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the reliability and integrity of the mill-wide power systems. As an integral group leader, this position will be thoroughly familiar with the overall mill operations, the electrical safety programs, capital and major maintenance programs in order to maintain both plant facilities and any new equipment additions.

Position Summary & Responsibilities:
• Provide project engineering and electrical discipline leadership.
• Process and technology accountabilities for existing electrical infrastructure includes:
o Power grid inter-connections with BC Hydro,
o Main substation & area transformers, power distribution centers, and motor control centers as well as turbo generators.
o Perform engineering design and related duties as required; including, power system studies, equipment specifications and selection, management of vendor / equipment suppliers, power distribution layouts, grounding, LV and MV motor sizing and selection, cable distribution design, schematic, single line, termination schedule and wiring design.
• Ensure safety and compliance accountabilities to BC Hydro, Electrical Building Inspector, CSA and Worksafe BC relevant Codes, Standards, Regulations and Procedures.
• Actively support the development of safe work plans, JHA, reporting, corrective actions, etc.
• Maintain support for the existing electrical infrastructure as needed.
• Must be flexible to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as required to support operations when necessary.

Qualifications:
• Electrical Engineering University Degree registered Professional Engineer in BC, or fully eligible for registration, and 10+ years of experience.
• Knowledge of Pulp Technology, operations and production methods within ability to provide technical leadership for the electrical components of multi-disciplinary industrial or power generation projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, AutoCAD and 3D design/drafting techniques.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communications skills in both dynamic team environments and with vendors.
• PMP designation considered an asset.

Compensation & Benefits
A valued member of the Howe Sound Team, you will be rewarded with a competitive annual salary, overtime eligibility, and a comprehensive Pension and extended Health & Dental benefit packages. Salary for this position is $100,000- $125,000 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.

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