Electrical Technician - Protection & Control (P&C)

CIMA+; Granby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm where innovation meets collaboration. As an Electrical Technician in protection and control, you will engage in designing high-level schematics and contributing to large-scale electrical energy projects. Work alongside experienced professionals in a multidisciplinary environment, focusing on substation, hydroelectric, and renewable energy projects. With a commitment to employee ownership and work-life balance, this role offers the flexibility to thrive while making a significant impact in the energy sector. Embrace the opportunity to develop your skills and grow in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technologies required.
• Knowledge of protection and control principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design Control and Protection systems using AutoCAD.
• Prepare project deliverables including electrical diagrams and layouts.
• Collaborate with engineers on technical tasks.

Skills

AutoCAD

Electrical Systems Design

Protection and Control Principles

Fluency in French

Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technologies

Tools

AutoCAD

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

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
  
  

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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