Electrical Technician or Technologist - Hydropower Testing & Commissioning

CIMA+; Sherbrooke; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Canada seeks a Technician/Technologist to design electrical power systems for hydroelectric projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a College Diploma in Electrical Engineering, and fluency in French and English. This role offers a flexible hybrid work model with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• More than five years of experience in power generation or distribution.
• Knowledge of standards established by Hydro-Québec.
• Practical knowledge of design software.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems for hydropower plant projects.
• Participate in power system development and drawing preparations.
• Validate calculations for equipment sizing and material selection.

Skills

Knowledge of power distribution methods

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Resourcefulness

Motivation and enthusiasm

Education

College Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

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 a Technician/Technologist you will actively participate in projects for the construction of new, and reconstruction of existing hydroelectric power plants. More specifically, you will participate in the design of high-power switchgears and controlgears. This is a good opportunity to showcase your technical skills in the framework of power generation, hydroelectricity, and distribution projects as part of our energy team. This is a hybrid role that can be based anywhere in the Greater Montreal area, Eastern Townships or Baie-Comeau regions. We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling you to work from home and from one of our offices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems, as well as their layout in the framework of various hydropower plant projects.
• Participate in the development of power systems, including diagrams and drawings for the implementation of switchgear and controlgear, such as medium voltage cabinets, control panels, power distribution centres, etc.
• Prepare project deliverables, such as drawings (top view, elevation), including detailed drawings, various layouts, diagrams, etc.
• Perform or validate calculations for equipment sizing, selection of power cable gauges, etc.
• Select material and calculate quantities.
• Coordinate electrical work with other engineering disciplines, such as structural, civil, control and protection, auxiliary mechanics, heavy mechanics, building and architecture.

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Electrical engineering
• More than five (5) years of experience
• Knowledge of the standards established by Hydro-Québec or other public utility (an asset)
• Knowledge of power distribution - methods, practices and tools used in the design of power systems
• Practical knowledge of design software (AutoCAD and others)
• Fluency in oral and written French
• Fluency in spoken and written English in a professional context to ensure communications on certain projects at a national level
• Knowledge of applicable design standards and codes, including the Quebec Electrical Code
• Resourcefulness, motivation, enthusiasm, and strong will to deliver successful projects

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

For more information on this career opportunity, please contact Réna Chont

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.

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