Electrical Engineer – Protection & Control

CIMA+; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting engineering firm in Canada is seeking a Protection and Control Engineer. In this role, you will design and analyze protection systems, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on large-scale energy projects. The position offers the opportunity to work in various locations in Nova Scotia and a hybrid work schedule. Ideal candidates possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, significant industry experience, and strong knowledge of electrical systems. Join us to contribute to sustainable energy solutions that make a difference.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contribution

Employee Ownership Share Purchase Opportunity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Protection and Control projects.
• Experience in detailed design with major utilities in Canada, minimum 3 years.
• Good knowledge of safety standards and protection methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and review protection and control systems for substations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and project managers.
• Supervise the development of various electrical diagrams.
• Conduct site surveys and coordinate with multiple disciplines.

Skills

Knowledge of protection and control principles

Electrical systems design experience

Use of office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

University Degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in Canada

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professionals 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 you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world! 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. You will have the opportunity to take part in our hybrid work model that includes flexible work hours, including 2 days per week in our St. John’s, NL, Saint John, NB, or Dartmouth, NS offices.

Job 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
• 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 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

Qualifications

• University Degree in Electrical engineering recognized in Canada
• Registered (or eligible to register as) member of a recognized Professional Engineering Association in Canada.
• 5+ 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
• Basic knowledge of the office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't 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

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. Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.