Electrical Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C)

The CIMA offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new exciting complex projects you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets take on new challenges and advance their careers within the organization.

As Protection and Control (P&C) Engineer you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a multidisciplinary environment and develop skills by collaborating with experienced professionals particularly on substation hydroelectric power station and renewable energy projects with numerous clients across Canada. This is a hybrid role that can be based out of one our offices in British Columbia (Vancouver Kelowna or Rossland).

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and review the protection and control drawings of substation systems and power systems
• Approve project deliverables including detail drawings electrical diagrams layouts equipment sizing etc.
• Collaborate with members of the engineering team as well as project managers from other disciplines
• Prepare plans drawings and calculations based on specifications provided
• Responsible of the development of electrical Command and Protection systems including single-line diagrams logic diagrams three-line AC diagrams protection and c.c. control diagrams wiring drawings device connection drawings assembly plans material lists and quotes for the manufacturing and installation on site of Control and Protection panels
• Supervise the development of AC and DC station service power systems including single-line diagrams AC & DC load calculations AC & DC distribution diagrams connection drawings of chargers batteries inverter etc.
• Participate in site surveys (stations and power stations)
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines: equipment civil mechanical and building in order to develop design solutions for optimized and advanced substation and power plant systems
• Possibility of carrying out site work sporadically when the opportunity arises (start-up or monitoring)
• Perform QA/QC of the electrical engineering design packages
• Attending in the review meetings and updating the work package based on clients comments
• Support commissioning and field engineering

Qualifications :

• University Degree in Electrical engineering
• Registered (or eligible to register as) member of Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EBGC) or that of a recognized Professional Engineering Association in Canada. Preferred
• 6 years of experience working on P&C projects
• Good knowledge of protection and control principles and philosophies is mandatory
• Work experience in the design of electrical systems
• 3  years experience in detailed P&C design with major and/or local utilities in Canada
• Fluent in English (oral and written)
• Basic knowledge of the office suite (Outlook Word Excel)
• Autonomous resourceful and enjoys teamwork

The expected salary for this position is from $90 000 to $120 000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidates experience training skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

Why choose CIMA Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

For more information on this job opportunity please contact Eric Fenyedi

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Additional Information :

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression socio-economic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenous people people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time