Responsibilities
- Develops and reviews the preliminary and detailed design of AC (Low, Medium, and High Voltage) and DC systems, including DC power blocks (PV) and MV AC collection systems (PV/Wind).
- Develops models of the AC substation and collection systems and performs and reviews Load Flow and Short Circuit analyses, DC and AC loss calculations, cable ampacity studies, and AC/DC cable sizing.
- Performs and reviews calculations for sizing and specifying main power transformers.
- Supports estimating company-developed and 3rd party projects by creating preliminary designs for proposed projects and quantity counts for estimating electrical equipment costs.
- Prepares and reviews specifications and construction documents to identify design and performance requirements for procurement of electrical materials and equipment.
- Performs technical review of proposed equipment to ensure acceptability to company, client, and industry standards.
- Works with designers to develop and review construction drawings and documentation to communicate electrical installation details effectively to construction teams.
- Provides input to team members working on other project areas, including grounding system design, substation design, and medium voltage collection system design.
- Prepares and analyzes weekly project updates for electrical engineering design progress for project management.
- Performs assignment and progress tracking of tasks for team members and sub-consultants.
- Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
- Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.
- Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
- Provides support to construction during the construction and commissioning phases.
- Reviews work instructions periodically to ensure compliance with industry and client standards.
- Develops new methods and standards for Group design activities.
- Visits sites as needed during pre-construction and construction to support project needs.
- Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or 8 years equivalent experience
- Professional Engineer (PE or P. Eng.) certification
- 5+ years of power generation industry with EPC experience
- Ability to travel 5-15%
- A valid drivers license
- Advanced level of knowledge in: - Power Systems Analysis, load flow, and short circuit modeling - Reactive compensation evaluation - DC and AC Electrical Design - Design for Constructability - US and Canadian Industry Standards - Preparation of Equipment Specifications - Oral and written skills include: - Clear and concise technical writing - Ability to communicate issues internally with Electrical, Solar, Civil/Structural, and Mechanical Engineers, CAD Designers, Project Managers, and Contract and Estimating Teams and Externally with Clients and suppliers
- Intermediate level of knowledge in: - Medium to High Voltage Substation Design - Transmission Line Design Concepts - Grounding System Design Concepts - Project Scheduling Concepts - Detailed Design Software: - MathCAD - Fundamental understanding of CAD concepts - Fundamental knowledge of power system software such as DIgSILENT, SKM, and ETAP - Basic understanding of grounding software like WinIGS or CDEGS - Knowledge of Dynamic Modeling Software such as PSS/E
- MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
- Strong interpersonal skills, including listening and summarizing skills
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Must have a valid current driver license, eligible for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.
- Functional competencies include attention to detail, excellence, prioritization, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Nice to Have
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering
Benefits
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision effective date of hire
- Basic Life and Dependent Life
- Short and Long Term Disability
- RRSP with 6% company match
- 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
- Tuition and Green Car reimbursement
- Volunteer and Charity Matching
- Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
- Wellness Reimbursement $680 CAD annually
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Additional Information
- Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation as a condition of employment.
- Must be able to pass a Canadian Abstract Process Review.
