Electrical Technician - Protection & Control (P&C)

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is seeking an Electrical Technician in protection and control to work on innovative energy projects. The role involves designing control systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must have a diploma in electrical engineering and fluency in French. Comprehensive benefits and flexible working hours are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• Fluent in spoken and written French.
• Self-motivated and resourceful.
• Knowledge of protection and control principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design Control and Protection systems using 2D software (AutoCAD).
• Prepare project deliverables such as detail drawings and electrical diagrams.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to execute technical tasks.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Fluency in French

Education

College Diploma (DEC) in electrical engineering technologies

Tools

AutoCAD

Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

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!

As an Electrical Technician in protection and control (P&C), you\'ll be able to participate in the design of high-level schematics, the development of protection philosophy and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You\'ll work in a multidisciplinary environment, developing your skills by collaborating with experienced professionals on substation, hydroelectric and renewable energy projects with customers across Canada. You can work in one of our offices in the Eastern Townships (Sherbrooke or Granby).

Primary Responsibilities

• Design Control and Protection systems using 2D software (AutoCAD)
• Prepare project deliverables, including detail drawings, electrical diagrams, layouts, equipment sizing, etc.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in the execution of technical tasks
• Prepare plans, drawings and calculations based on supplied specifications
• Participate in the development of electrical Control and Protection systems, including one-line diagrams, logic diagrams, AC three-wire diagrams, DC protection and control diagrams, wiring drawings, device connection drawings, assembly drawings, material lists and specifications for the manufacture and site installation of Control and Protection panels.
• Participate in the design of AC and DC power systems, including single-line diagrams, AC and DC load calculations, distribution diagrams, connection drawings for chargers, batteries, inverters, etc.
• Participate in site surveys (substations and power plants)
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines: switchgear, civil, mechanical and building to develop optimized and advanced substation and power plant system design solutions.
• Ability to perform sporadic site work when the opportunity arises (start-up or monitoring)

Qualifications

• College Diploma (DEC) in electrical engineering technologies
• Basic knowledge of the Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Fluency in spoken and written French
• Self-motivated, resourceful and a team player
• Knowledge of protection and control principles and philosophies is an asset
• Knowledge of digital substation design (IEC 61850) is an asset
• Experience in electrical systems design is an asset
• Experience in 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

For more information about this career opportunity, please contact Salma Ouaar

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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