Field Electrical Engineer - Industrial Switchgear

Laurentide Controls Ltd.; Kirkland; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurentide Controls Ltd. is seeking a Field Electrical Engineer specializing in industrial switchgear for hybrid work in Eastern Canada.

You will evaluate, diagnose, and optimize customer electrical equipment, lead maintenance and modernization projects, and ensure reliability and safety in installations. Ideal candidates have 5–8 years in industry, experience with low/medium voltage switchgear, and strong French communication with English as an asset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–8 years in an industrial environment.
• Experience with low- and medium-voltage switchgear (circuit breakers, relays, MCCs, transformers, and power distribution).
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards and practices.
• Proficient in French; English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and commission industrial electrical equipment, including circuit breakers, protective relays, transformers, MCCs, and other switching equipment.
• Perform testing, preventive inspections, and technical assessments to recommend corrective actions.
• Manage maintenance, modernization, replacement, and upgrade projects from planning through commissioning.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and drawings, and provide recommendations to customers.
• Collaborate with technical teams and customers to resolve electrical issues and ensure project success.
• Work with engineers to provide technical support and contribute to projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry best practices during field activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technologies, equipment, and standards.

Skills

Electrical switchgear

Field service

Project management

Technical support

MS Office

French communication

English capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Field Electrical Engineer - Industrial Switchgear

Job Category: Electrical

• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Description

FIELD ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - INDUSTRIAL SWITCHGEAR

Come join the largest supplier of automation and reliability solutions in Eastern Canada. Discover what we can offer you and be the voice behind cultivating innovative ideas to help our customers reach their full potential.

As an Field Electrical Engineer - Industrial Switchgear, you will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and optimizing our customers’ industrial electrical equipment. Working closely with technical teams, you will lead maintenance and modernization projects, contribute to the resolution of complex technical challenges, and help ensure the reliability, performance, and safety of electrical installations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect, diagnose, and commission industrial electrical equipment, including circuit breakers, protective relays, transformers, motor control centres (MCCs), and other switching equipment.
• Perform testing, preventive inspections, and technical assessments to recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Manage maintenance, modernization, replacement, and upgrade projects for electrical equipment, from planning through commissioning.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and required drawings, and provide recommendations to customers.
• Collaborate with technical teams and customers to resolve electrical issues and ensure successful project execution.
• Work closely with other engineers on the team by providing technical support and contributing to various projects and assignments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry best practices during all field activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technologies, equipment, and applicable standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience with low- and medium-voltage electrical switchgear (circuit breakers, protective relays, MCCs, transformers, and power distribution systems).
• Field service experience or technical support experience with industrial customers is considered an asset.
• Experience in the inspection, diagnosis, commissioning, or maintenance of industrial electrical equipment.
• Experience managing technical projects from planning through commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards and industry best practices.
• Ability to analyze technical issues and provide practical recommendations tailored to customer needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French.
• Functional English is considered an asset.

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ABOUT LAURENTIDE

Laurentide's purpose is To Help Industry Thrive in Eastern Canada. More than words, our values compel us to think differently, to act with integrity and to shape our future according to them. It is through Customer Centricity, Collaboration, People Matter, Hunger & Passion, Health, Safety & Environment and lastly Trust & Reliability that we: Empower People. Advance Industry.

DEI STATEMENT

Laurentide Controls promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. While we thankall who apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

In accordance with Bill 96, this job requires English proficiency to serve clients in Atlantic Canada and interact with US suppliers, ensuring effective communication and operational efficiency. #LI-Hybrid