Electrical Engineer

Northwest Territories Power Corporation; Hay River; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional power utility located in Hay River, NT is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide design, project management, and support services for generating stations and distribution systems. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, a minimum of six years in a related utility or industrial environment, and registration with a professional engineering association. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, team collaboration abilities, and problem-solving skills. A Class 5 driver's license is also required. Comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance may be offered.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid sick days

Defined benefits pension plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years related experience in a utility or industrial setting.
• Preferably five years of electrical utility experience with thermal/hydroelectric power generation.
• Registered with NAPEG or similar Professional Engineering association.
• Class 5 driver's license and successful completion of a Criminal Records Check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs for electrical systems associated with generating stations and substations.
• Perform tender evaluations and administer contracts on equipment and construction.
• Provide on-site construction supervision for commissioning procedures.
• Support operations to resolve complex electrical issues.
• Participate in the development of corporate technical standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical analysis/design software

Job description

Overview

This position is located in Hay River, NT (on-site, NOT remote)

To provide electrical design, engineering, and project management services from the conceptual stage through to commissioning for capital projects and operational support involving the Corporation's generating stations and transmission and distribution systems. The incumbent will be required to perform the following tasks with minimal supervision:

Responsibilities

• Always work safely, adhere to all aspects of the NTPC Health & Safety and Environmental programs, comply with all rules & regulations, and continually practice health & safety while performing any duties.
• Prepares preliminary and final detailed designs for the electrical and automation systems associated with the Corporation's diesel, hydro-electric, and renewable generating stations, as well as transmission and distribution substations. These systems include generators, transformers, switchgear, plant automation, auxiliary electrical apparatus, control systems, and protective relaying systems. Designs shall be practical, economical, and meet or exceed the latest edition of all applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Performs tender evaluations and provides recommendations for contract award. Carries out administration of contract on equipment and construction. Initiates purchase, processes progress and processes final payment claims for further review and approval.
• Performs on-site construction supervision, prepares detailed, project-specific electrical commissioning procedures and carries out or witnesses, as appropriate, the commissioning of electrical and automation systems.
• Supports Hydro and Thermal Operations as requested to resolve complex electrical issues and to assist with investigations, outage analysis, restoration and emergency field repairs.
• Participates in the development of corporate technical standards, procedures and policies.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's (or Master’s) degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of six years related experience in a utility or industrial setting with Electrical / Automation / Protection / and Controls. Preferably five years of electrical utility experience of which two are directly related to thermal and/or hydroelectric power generation. Equivalencies may be considered.
• Registered with NAPEG in NWT or other Professional Engineering association in other Provinces of Canada. If registered as P. Eng outside of NWT, individual must be eligible to be registered with NAPEG as P.Eng.
• Accomplished computer skills and ability to apply electrical analysis / design software.
• Excellent English communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work alone, in a team environment, and independently with minimal supervision.
• Above average interpersonal skills and ability to work in a functional team environment.
• Strong consultation, organization, and time management skills to ensure work is appropriately prioritized.
• Willing and able to travel throughout the Territory.
• Class 5 driver's license.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Records Check will be required.
• Must be eligible to work/live in Canada (NWT) without sponsorship.

This is a bargaining unit position. Salary for this position ranges from $66.22/hour - $80.48/hour plus location allowance of approximately $3,823 per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, long-term disability, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan. This position is located in Hay River, NT, and does require the successful candidate to reside/relocate here. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Indigenous Employment Policy - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status via the online portal application process in order to receive priority consideration.

We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.