Electrical Technologist/Designer

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an Electrical Technologist/Designer to our Electrical team based in Vancouver, BC.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Our office specializes in small to mid-sized projects for clients across Canada. The types of clients we work for include:

• Heavy Industrial Facilities
• Pipelines and Refineries
• Mining and Mineral Processing
• Municipal & Utilities
• Water Treatment

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Collect field information, complete equipment specifications, perform field verification, and prepare as-built markups.
• Develop electrical drawings, motor schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, cable tray layouts, termination drawings, area classification drawings, and material take-offs.
• Prepare reports, conduct code reviews, and support commissioning activities.
• Complete 3D electrical system design, including cable tray routing.
• Review and evaluate technical work for accuracy and quality.
• Coordinate activities with Technical Leads, Project Managers, and other engineering disciplines.
• Work closely with other disciplines within the company and with clients to support project execution.
• Occasional travel within Canada may be required with travel time often concentrated in bunches.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technologist or related design program.
• Eligible for or registered as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) is considered an asset.
• 7–15 years of relevant electrical design experience supporting industrial and/or engineering projects, including knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Some industrial electrical design experience considered an asset.
• Experience in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• CADWorks and Bentley Raceways or other 3D software considered an asset.
• Experience in MS Office particularly in Word and Excel.
• Ability to effectively plan time and prioritize on multiple concurrent projects.
• Organized and resourceful with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills required for internal team and client interfaces.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $95,000 per year. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. Work remote and at our great office location, right in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tetra Tech may use AI-enabled tools to screen, assess, and assist in selecting applicants for this position based on job-related criteria. However, a human decision-maker will decide who moves forward throughout every stage of the hiring process.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

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