Electrical Technician or Technologist – Protection & Control (P&C)

CIMA+; Saguenay; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in Saguenay is seeking an Electrical Technician in Protection & Control to design high-level diagrams and contribute to large-scale electrical projects. The ideal candidate will have a College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology and 2 years of experience, along with proficiency in French. This role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written French.

Responsibilities

• Design Control and Protection systems using 2D software.
• Prepare project deliverables, including detailed drawings.
• Participate in the development of electrical Control and Protection systems.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines for optimized design solutions.

Skills

Design Control and Protection systems

Prepare project deliverables

Collaboration with engineers

Basic Microsoft Office proficiency

Fluent in French

Education

College Diploma (DEC) in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD (E3)

Job description

Overview

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.

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!

Position

As an Electrical Technician in Protection & Control (P&C), you will have the opportunity to participate in the design of high-level diagrams, develop protection philosophies, and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment and develop your skills by collaborating with experienced professionals, particularly on renewable projects related to substations and hydroelectric plants for our client Hydro-Québec. We offer a flexible hybrid work model, allowing you to work from home and from our Saguenay office.

Main Responsibilities

• Design Control and Protection systems using 2D software (AutoCAD) & CAD (E3)
• Prepare project deliverables, including detailed drawings, electrical diagrams, layouts, equipment sizing, etc.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in executing technical tasks
• Prepare plans, drawings, and calculations based on provided specifications
• Participate in the development of electrical Control and Protection systems, including single-line diagrams, logic diagrams, three-wire diagrams, protection and control diagrams, wiring drawings, device connection diagrams, assembly plans, material lists, and specifications for the manufacturing and installation of control and protection panels on site
• Participate in the development of AC and DC power systems, including single-line diagrams, AC and DC load calculations, distribution diagrams, charger connections, battery connections, inverters, etc.
• Participate in site surveys (substations and power plants)
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines: equipment, civil, mechanical, and building to develop optimized and advanced design solutions for substations and power plants
• Opportunity to perform occasional on-site work when the opportunity arises (commissioning or monitoring).

Qualifications

• College Diploma (DEC) in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Basic proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Proficiency in French, both spoken and written

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

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.