Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT)

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. 

Wood is recruiting for an Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) to join its Projects West business focusing on Minerals & Metals. This opportunity is Onsite based in Trail, BC.

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The Role

Wood is recruiting for an Electrical Engineer in Training (EIT) to join its Projects West business focusing on Minerals & Metals. This opportunity is based in Trail, BC. This is an entry level position suitable to recent university graduates or graduates with up to 4 years of experience. If you are looking to build your career and continue to develop your skills in the mining and consulting industries, we want to hear from you.

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

From feasibility study to execution, Wood's Minerals & Metals business has helped design and deliver mining projects globally for over 60 years. Our world calls for advanced, scalable processing of key minerals and metals to meet rising demand across all commodities. At Wood, we play our part by supporting our global clients with advanced facilities and predictable, safe and fast delivery of projects worldwide as we strive for net zero.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across minerals and metals 
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is 78,000 – 94,000 CAD.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle 
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates.  We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments. 

Typical responsibilities

• Work with Senior Engineers and Designers to complete projects and grow your skills in the Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls fields
• Gain an understanding of the Canadian electrical Code and how to apply it to systems design
• Prepare engineering lists, specifications and datasheets to support construction and equipment procurement packages
• Complete 2D drafting for Electrical and Instrumentation packages such as single line diagrams, motor control schematics and loop diagrams. Some design work of these packages will also be required
• Assist with the creation of design calculations to support designs. These may include voltage drop, lighting levels, cable tray fill, heat trace requirements, etc.
• Co-ordinate drawing packages for issue and prepare issue folders for electronic files

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the Canada without sponsorship from Wood, now or in the future.

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. 

Expected: 

• Electrical Engineering (BSc) degree
• 2 - 4 years of experience; primarily for supporting electrical engineering projects.
• Everyday use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• 2D CAD drafting and designing skills, particularly of logic circuits and power circuits, using AutoCAD is considered an asset.
• Familiarity on using power system software to perform calculations is beneficial (e.g. ETAP).
• Team player, but also able to work independently and take responsibility.
• Able to work efficiently and effectively when managing multiple tasks in a highly scheduled environment.
• Ability to register as an Engineer in Training (EIT) in the province of British Colombia.