Electrical Engineering Technologist– Protection & Control

CIMA+; San Juan de Terranova; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Flexible hybrid work model

Vacation 3–5 weeks based on experience

Tailored training and development

Job summary

A leading consulting engineering firm in Canada seeks an Electrical Technician in protection and control (P&C) to design and develop systems for large-scale electrical energy projects. This role offers a dynamic environment collaborating with experienced professionals on substation and renewable energy projects. A College Diploma in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience are required. The firm promotes work-life balance with a hybrid model offering flexible hours, including two days in the office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical projects.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office suite.
• Knowledge of protection and control principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design Protection & Control systems with AutoCAD.
• Prepare project deliverables including detail drawings.
• Collaborate in the execution of technical tasks.
• Participate in the development of electrical Control and Protection systems, including single‑line diagrams and wiring drawings.

Skills

Protection & Control systems design

Collaboration with engineers

Site surveys

AutoCAD usage

Electrical engineering principles

Education

College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technologies

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

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 an Electrical Technician in protection and control (P&C), you will participate in the design of high‑level diagrams, the development of the protection philosophy 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 projects, hydroelectric power plants and renewable energy projects with many 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 Protection & Control systems with 2D software (AutoCAD)
• Prepare project deliverables including detail drawings, electrical schematics, layouts, equipment sizing, etc.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in the execution of technical tasks
• Prepare plans, drawings and calculations based on specifications provided
• Participate in the development of electrical Control and Protection systems, including single‑line diagrams, logic diagrams, three‑wire AC diagrams, protection and control diagrams, wiring drawings, device connection drawings, assembly plans, material lists and specifications for the manufacture and installation on site of Control and Protection panels
• Participate in the development of AC and DC power systems, including single‑line diagrams, AC and DC load calculations, AC & DC distribution diagrams, connection drawings of chargers, batteries, inverter, etc.
• Participate in site surveys (substations and power stations)
• Coordinate with the engineering disciplines: apparatus, civil, mechanical and building in order to develop design solutions for optimized and advanced substation and power plant systems
• Ability to carry out site work sporadically when the opportunity arises (start‑up or monitoring)

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technologies or equivalent related discipline
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Basic knowledge of the MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of protection and control principles and philosophies is an asset
• Work experience in the design of electrical systems is an asset
• Experience in detailed P&C design with major and/or local utilities in Canada, an asset
• Experience using AutoCAD software is an asset

Why choose CIMA+

• 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

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s 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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