Project Engineer—Substations
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11 hours ago
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Job Summary
Our Energy and Resources team is currently expanding! You will work on complex substation projects primarily located in British Columbia. You will support clients in the utilities and industrial sectors with the electrical design of high- and medium-voltage substations (HV/MV). You will work with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate engineering estimating planning and quality management activities while ensuring compliance with client requirements and applicable codes and standards.
We offer a flexible hybrid work model that allows you to work both from home and from one of our offices in Quebec.
CIMAs Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 800 highly qualified professional in this business sector we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation sustainability multidisciplinary agility and collaboration we support our clients at all stages of their projects from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic innovative and collaborative environment where youll make a real impact. Together well push boundaries and go above whats expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise multidisciplinary teams engineers and technologists for preliminary and detailed design (electrical civil structural protection and control SCADA).
- Develop safe engineering solutions by conducting technical analysis and solving complex problems.
- Conduct and oversee technical studies to resolve design issues or on-site issues.
- Define the scope of engineering services and design criteria and review technical documentation to ensure quality adherence to budgets and meeting deadlines.
- Coordinate internal and client design reviews to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
- Work with the project manager to align the scope schedule costs risks and engineering deliverables.
- Prepare cost estimates scope descriptions and timelines for proposals and projects.
- Apply and monitor QA/QC practices ensuring all deliverables meet quality requirements and control milestones (Stage-Gate).
- Monitor the technical progress of projects identify and resolve issues to prevent impacts on budgets and timelines.
- Provide technical support during construction and commissioning including buildability constructability reviews site inspections and on-site troubleshooting and liaise with clients and regulatory authorities.
Qualifications :
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in HV/MV substation engineering ideally for electric utilities.
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering with a specialization in power systems (an asset).
- Professional member of the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or eligible for registration.
- Strong experience in electrical substation design and a thorough understanding of utility requirements.
- Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code IEEE standards and Canadian utility standards.
- Valid Canadian drivers licence.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of French is an asset.
- Excellent organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary designs and construction projects (an asset).
- Willingness to adjust work schedule to collaborate with the project team in the Pacific Time Zone.
At CIMA we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value but dont meet all the job requirements We invite you to apply because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
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
- Integrity team spirit and a commitment to excellence
Additional Information :
At CIMA we recognize the richness and diversity of each individuals experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidates experience skills and qualifications while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidates profile.
CIMA uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However this score is not used to screen assess or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.
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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