Electrical Engineer P&C

CIMA+; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Opportunity to purchase shares

Work/Life balance policy

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training programs

Job summary

CIMA+ is looking for a Protection and Control Engineer to join their expanding team in Canada. This role involves designing and reviewing protection and control systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on significant electrical projects. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in P&C design and will thrive in a collaborative environment.

We offer comprehensive group benefits, an employee ownership plan, and a commitment to work-life balance. Join us to enhance your skills and work on impactful projects.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience working on P&C projects.
• 3+ years experience in detailed P&C design with major and/or local utilities in Canada.
• Autonomous and resourceful individual who enjoys teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and review protection and control drawings of substation systems.
• Prepare plans, drawings, and calculations based on specifications.
• Supervise development of AC and DC station service power systems.

Skills

Protection and control principles

Electrical system design

Teamwork

Fluent English

Office suite knowledge

Education

University Degree in Electrical engineering

Registered member of Engineers and Geoscientists BC or recognized Professional Engineering Association in Canada

Job description

Job Description

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 a 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.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and review the protection and control drawings of substation systems and power systems
• 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 for 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
• Attend review meetings and update the work package based on client 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 (P.Eng)
• 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

Benefits

• 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
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3‑5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

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 peoples, 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.