Electrical engineer Jobs in Delta, BC

Saltworks Technologies is a global leader in advanced industrial desalination and lithium refining. Our innovative machines produce clean water from high-strength industrial discharges and refine lithium to support the energy transition. We offer meaningful and exciting work in a collaborative environment, driven by innovation and problem-solving. Saltworks is a 2025 Fast50 Company and EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner - a testament to our growth, financial performance, and positive contributions.

The role

The Electrical Engineer / Technologist is a key member of the Electrical Engineering team at Saltworks. You will work closely with the Director of Electrical Engineering, senior engineers across various teams, and the production team to design and build our advanced systems. You will have ample learning opportunities in electrical design, equipment sourcing and selection, and commissioning our plants on customer sites.

Your main tasks will include

• Drafting of electrical design drawings and other documentation including single line diagrams, load lists, cable schedules, and other related documentation.
• Generating detailed design of 480 / 600V AC electrical power panels for industrial applications as well as 24V DC industrial PLC control panels.
• Generating electrical Bill of Materials (BOM) 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.
• Generating cable schedules based on equipment location and mechanical installation details.
• Ensuring engineering deliverables meet project requirements, internal standards, industry standards, and good engineering practices.
• Ensuring work packages, installation instructions, and required parts are in place ahead of the build schedule. Resolving build inquiries with a sense of urgency.
• Support the Supply Chain team with procurement of electrical hardware components and equipment.
• Configuring various field devices including instrument transmitters and motor starters and adjusting Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) parameters.
• Performing pre-commissioning checks on electrical panels, electrical wiring, electrical equipment, and instrumentation including loop checks, insulation testing, etc.
• Commissioning industrial control panels with voltages ranging from 24V DC to 600V AC.
• Red-lining electrical drawings for as-built changes.

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Why join Saltworks?

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

Join a team pioneering the future of water and lithium. Some of our customers include world‑leading electric vehicle makers, semiconductor firms, mining companies, agriculture firms, and more!

We offer

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.

Kindly, no recruiters.

Salary : $85,000 to $120,000 per year (negotiable based on your experience, qualifications, and internal equity).

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Location : 13800 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A8

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