Job Description

We have an immediate opening for an Electrical Technologist to join our multi-disciplinary team. The primary focus of this role is to advance electrical hardware selection, purchasing decisions, and support the commissioning of electrical devices. We strongly value a positive attitude, hard work, smarts, and commitment to see things through. With structured career development, the Saltworks team is here to support and work with you to expand your learning potential and career goals!

The Company:

Saltworks ( ) is an innovation-driven cleantech company located in Richmond, BC. We invent, design, and build advanced lithium recovery and desalination water treatment plants. Our customers are leading the way in sustainability with our technologies at the forefront. We build commercial plants for excellent global customers while also researching and developing next-generation technologies. Our company is growing rapidly with high demand for our solutions and we are looking for skilled professionals to expand our team!

Your main tasks will include:

• Support drafting of electrical design drawings and other documentation including single line diagrams, load lists, cable schedules, and other related documentation.
• Generate detailed design of 480/600V AC electrical power panels for industrial applications as well as 24V DC industrial PLC control panels.
• Generate electrical Bill of Materials based on detailed specifications of electrical components including electrical enclosures, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), disconnects, circuit breakers, distribution blocks, fuse holders, fuses, transformers, cables, motor contactors, overloads, terminal blocks, and related field devices and equipment.
• Generate cable schedules based on equipment location and mechanical install details.
• Work closely with senior Electrical Engineers to ensure accurate delivery of engineering deliverables that meet project requirements, internal standards, industry standards, and good engineering practices.
• Work closely with the in-house Production team and ensure work packages, installation instructions, and required parts are in place ahead of the build schedule.
• Work closely with in-house Production team during project builds and ensure all build inquiries are resolved with a sense of urgency.
• Work closely with Supply Chain team to support procurement of electrical hardware components and equipment.
• Configure various field devices including instrument transmitters, motor starters and adjust Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) parameters.
• Perform pre-commissioning checks on electrical panels, electrical wiring, electrical equipment, and instrumentation including loop checks, insulation testing, etc.
• Commission industrial control panels with voltages ranging from 24V DC to 600V AC
• Red-line electrical drawings for as-built changes.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• A diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or Equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• 3 - 5 years' experience in an industrial electrical environment: supporting electrical design, installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting industrial control panels and associated field equipment.
• Hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of common industrial electrical hardware components and comfortable with navigating the catalog of major manufacturers for parts such as enclosures, disconnects, circuit breakers, distribution blocks, fuse holders, fuses, cables, motor contactors, overloads, terminal blocks, etc.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, schedules, and cable pull sheets.
• Basic knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code and its application.
• Capability to produce electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical would be considered a bonus.

Why join Saltworks?

We have an outstanding team who are passionate about innovation and solving key environmental challenges facing our planet.

Join a team pioneering the future of water! Some of our customers include:

• World premier electric vehicle maker
• World's leading computer chip maker
• World's largest provider of agriculture inputs
• Major global tire manufacturer
• Top producers of lithium-ion battery inputs

We offer:

• A collaborative and rewarding work environment
• A diverse and inclusive team that has been key to our success
• A competitive compensation package, including benefits
• A culture that supports safety, innovation, learning, and teamwork
• Fun social activities and company events

How to Apply:

If you would like to be a part of a globally recognized team, please submit your resume (cover letters are not required).

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential.

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