Electrical Engineer

• Review and design operational tasks for job hazard analysis, perform risk assessments, and act as a technical resource for safe work procedures.
• Perform root cause analysis and defect eliminations to improve the reliability of the area’s equipment.
• Manage reliability improvement projects onsite.
• Apply asset management best practices and drive improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and improve preventive and predictive maintenance program(s).
• Respond and provide technical assistance to the maintenance team regarding electrical equipment problems.
• Support trades in troubleshooting issues in a heavy industrial atmosphere.
• Represent the area for projects performed by the engineering group.
• Provide technical support for equipment including low-voltage power distribution, PLCs, and VFDs.
• Implement PLC hardware upgrades to remove older generation equipment from use.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Eligibility to register with EGBC
• A strong safety mindset and ability to follow safe work procedures.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance and asset management of processing plant, pulp and paper, or similar industry.
• Leadership and good communication skills.

With 21+ years in business, Matrix is a trusted provider of staffing services specializing in recruitment and staffing, payroll administration and funding, and back-office facilitation for businesses across Canada, the USA, and around the world. Matrix HR has provided millions of hours of employment and generated an impressive $26 million in annual revenue through its work across North America. Matrix HR’s reputation as a respected boutique staffing firm in the trades industry is built on a strong foundation of certifications, including COR (British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan), Energy Safety Canada, ComplyWorks, ISNetWorld, Avetta, and Government Security Clearance/Authorization. Matrix HR specializes in placing skilled trades, heavy equipment operators, pipeline workers, labourers, IT, admin and professionals for various positions such as hourly, temporary, permanent and contract. Matrix HR’s commitment goes beyond business success – the team is dedicated to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous partners and participating in collaborative efforts within Indigenous communities. This commitment is evident in the firm’s joint venture agreements with Gitga’at Nation and Haisla First Nation, which emphasize revenue sharing, training and employment opportunities. Matrix HR is proud to contribute to enhancing community capacity and promoting specialized training for employment and economic development. Its goal is to expand its presence in a socially responsible manner, offering labour solutions that are shaped by Indigenous perspectives. Learn more at matrixhr.ca.