Junior Electrical Engineer (EIT)
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 per year. · Full-time
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- Pay
- The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 per year.
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 0-3 years of experience – new grads welcome to apply!
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Tetra Tech is adding an Electrical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) 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
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
- Contributing to the concept, development and design of components, subsystems or processes.
- Sizing and specification of electrical equipment.
- Basic cable and tray sizing calculations.
- Electrical heat tracing calculations, power system calculations, specifications of electrical equipment.
- Prepare simple plans and designs for electrical equipment layouts and power distribution.
- Perform routine technical surveys.
- Help ensure all project scope items are addressed and quality objectives met.
- Help ensure project schedules and budgets are maintained and adhered to.
- Work closely with other disciplines and share knowledge with colleagues within the company and with clients.
- 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.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Registration with EGBC as an Engineer-in-Training or eligibility for registration.
- 0-3 years of experience – new grads welcome to apply!
- Heavy industrial or consulting experience is considered an asset.
- Familiar with Canadian Electrical Code and other related standards.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- 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
Additional Information
- Organization: 719 ICE
More about this job
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development and design of electrical components, systems, and processes, including equipment specifications, sizing calculations, layouts, and power distribution plans. Support project quality, scope, schedules, and budgets while collaborating across disciplines and following applicable standards, procedures, and safety requirements.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field and registration with EGBC as an Engineer-in-Training or eligibility to register. The role welcomes new graduates with 0–3 years of experience; familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel are required, while heavy industrial or consulting experience is an asset.
Skills
- Electrical Equipment Sizing and Specification
- Cable and Tray Sizing
- Electrical Heat Tracing Calculations
- Power System Calculations
- Electrical Layout Design
- Power Distribution Design
- Technical Surveys
- Project Scope Management
- Quality Assurance
- Project Schedule Management
- Budget Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Technical Communication
- Canadian Electrical Code
- Industry Standards
- Health and Safety
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Merit-Based Financial Rewards
- Hybrid Work
- Work-Life Balance
- Learning and Development Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Consulting
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Electrical Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training
- EGBC
- Heavy Industrial
- Engineering Consulting
- Pipelines
- Refineries
- Mining
- Mineral Processing
- Municipal Utilities
- Water Treatment
- Electrical Equipment
- Cable Sizing
- Cable Tray
- Electrical Heat Tracing
- Power Systems
- Electrical Specifications
- Electrical Layouts
- Power Distribution
- Technical Surveys
- Canadian Electrical Code
- Industry Standards
- Project Scope
- Quality Objectives
- Project Schedules
- Project Budgets
- Health and Safety