Field Based - Electrical Technologist - Testing & Commissioning

Description

• Report preparation and submission
• Testing and commissioning of MV/HV power system protection & control schemes in the utility, power generation, and oil & gas industry
• Assist with generation of commissioning startup procedures or work instructions
• Train/develop employees to ensure highest performance standards are met
• Initiate and/or respond to customer inquiries, discuss trouble details and confirm resolutions
• Ensure compliance with all safety practices as per corporate, client, and industry standards
• Manage and lead a commissioning crew of workers
• Testing and commissioning as per NETA/IEEE/IEC standards
• Read and interpret drawings and troubleshoot / resolve technical issues
• Relay testing of microprocessor-based protection IED's (SEL, ABB, Siemens, GE, etc.) with fully automated test equipment (Omicron CMC356) and test data management

Requirements

• NETA Testing Certification an asset
• Strong analytical, risk assessment and problem solving skills
• Daily work hours and shifts are subject to change based on project requirements, applicants must be flexible to accommodate these changes when required
• Eligible for registration with APEGGA , ASET, or similar
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a wide variety of issues simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an extreme attention to detail are essential
• Ability to work for extended periods out of town
• Relocation is not required as part of employment. Eg. candidates can fly in and fly out of current home base
• RRSP match
• The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Electrician Journeyman Ticket, or an Electrical Engineering Technologist Diploma from a recognized institute
• Must be legally able to work in Canada, VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft office software suite of programs coupled with strong computer skills
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Background checks and Drug and Alcohol Pre-Access Testing will be required as part of employment
• Experienced in high voltage primary equipment testing and commissioning involving power transformers, reactors, circuit breakers, CT's, PT's, surge arrestors, disconnect switches, cap and reactor Banks, etc
• Strong understanding of CSA Z462 safety standards
• Comprehensive understanding of key principles of electrical power system protection and controls including SCADA, relay protection, metering, equipment functionals, and telecom networks
• Minimum 2+ years of proven experience in the medium voltage and/or high voltage utility substations and power generation industry with experience in a supervisory role leading and running projects in greenfield and brownfield substations

Benefits

• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Dental care
• Wellness program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance