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About the Role
Giffen Consulting Ltd. is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer on a contract basis to support an active construction project. This role involves supporting the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of power distribution, instrumentation, and control systems, ensuring compliance with design and code requirements. The position requires strong technical competency, adaptability to site conditions, and familiarity with U.S. mining standards, including MSHA.
Responsibilities
- Oversees field installation of electrical systems, including MCCs, VFDs, motor wiring, instrumentation, grounding, lighting, and cable tray systems.
- Manages field resolution of technical issues and participates in field fitting where design conflicts arise.
- Reviews and interprets electrical single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, loop drawings, and equipment datasheets.
- Leads the preparation and review of RFIs and field change requests.
- Collaborates with instrumentation and automation specialists for integration and commissioning.
- Participates in testing and pre-commissioning of electrical systems.
- Oversees construction work and verifies compliance with design intent and applicable standards.
- Monitors electrical QA/QC activities and assists with turnover documentation.
- Contributes to the commissioning and startup of electrical systems, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
- Provides technical guidance to contractors and field personnel regarding electrical work.
- Provides troubleshooting support for electrical system failures during construction and post-installation.
- Conducts risk assessments and hazard identification related to electrical activities.
- Manages the preparation and presentation of detailed technical reports, proposals, and documentation for stakeholders and the project team.
- Participates in project meetings and contributes to planning, risk management, and safety assessments.
- Capable of performing field work required through all seasons.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Professional Engineer Designation.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
- 5-8 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in mining, or heavy construction industries.
- Strong knowledge of low- and medium-voltage systems, control wiring, grounding, and instrumentation.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and control system architecture.
- Experience supporting field fitting and construction-driven changes.
- Familiarity with MSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E regulations and safety practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, documentation, and field coordination skills.
- Strong understanding of mining, milling and maintenance operations.
- Proficiency with electrical design software programs (AutoCAD, ETAP, etc.).
- MSHA 5000-23 certification required.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of the team.
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Testing
- Troubleshooting
- Power distribution systems
- Instrumentation systems
- Control systems
- Compliance with design and code requirements
- U.S. mining standards
- MSHA
- Low-voltage systems
- Medium-voltage systems
- Control wiring
- Grounding
- Instrumentation
- Reading electrical drawings
- Control system architecture
- Field fitting
- Construction-driven changes
- NEC
- NFPA 70E
- Interpersonal skills
- Documentation skills
- Field coordination skills
- Mining operations
- Milling operations
- Maintenance operations
- Electrical design software (AutoCAD, ETAP)
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Independent work
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Contract
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-8 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer Designation
About the Company
- Giffen is a Canadian company with offices in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON.
- Provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions, specializing in the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.
- Takes pride in delivering flexible strategies tailored to client needs.
- Values relationships above all else – within the team and with clients.
- Holds the team to the highest level of accountability to ensure tailored solutions for project execution.
- Believes open communication is key to fostering reliable and lasting relationships.