Protection and Control Technician IV

Jobtailor

Calgary

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Lead Protection & Control Technician to oversee testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex protection and control systems on major substation and renewable energy projects. You will lead field teams, mentor technicians, and ensure protection philosophies and commissioning plans meet high standards.

The role requires seven+ years of experience, strong leadership, and in-depth knowledge of SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3, and related tools.

Qualifications

Diploma or equivalent in electrical engineering technology or related discipline.
At least seven years of protection and control testing, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
Advanced expertise with microprocessor-based relays, communications systems, and substation automation technologies.
Knowledge of utility and industrial protection-system design, operation, and commissioning.
Experience leading major substation commissioning, outage, or maintenance projects.
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues independently.
Strong technical leadership, mentoring, and customer-facing experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication for technical reporting and recommendations.

Responsibilities

Lead testing, commissioning, startup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems.
Serve as the lead field technician on major substation, utility, industrial, and renewable energy projects.
Test advanced protection schemes (line current differential, distance, bus differential, etc.).
Direct outage planning, testing strategies, and commissioning activities.
Diagnose complex relay, SCADA, communications, and control-system issues.
Review protection philosophies, schematics, and commissioning plans for accuracy.
Lead root-cause investigations and recommend corrective actions.
Act as primary technical contact for customers, engineers, and field teams.
Develop and improve testing procedures, technical standards, and field practices.
Mentor and train technicians, promoting safety and quality.

Skills

Protection & control testing

Technical leadership

Customer-facing experience

Mentoring

Strong communication

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power and Controls

Tools

SCADA

IEC 61850

DNP3

Modbus

AcSELerator QuickSet

SEL Relays

Job description

Lead testing, commissioning, startup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex protection and control systems
Serve as the lead field technician on major substation, utility, industrial, and renewable energy projects
Test advanced protection schemes, including line current differential, distance, bus differential, breaker failure, auto-reclosing, transfer trip, generator, and transformer protection
Direct outage planning, testing strategies, functional verification, and commissioning activities
Diagnose complex relay, SCADA, communications, automation, and control-system issues
Review relay settings, protection philosophies, schematics, and commissioning plans for technical accuracy
Lead root-cause investigations involving protection-system failures and recommend corrective actions
Act as the primary technical contact for customers, engineers, project managers, and field teams
Develop and improve testing procedures, technical standards, and field practices
Mentor and train technicians while promoting consistent safety, quality, and technical performance
Provide field leadership to support project schedules, customer expectations, and operational requirements
Support customer relationships and business-development activities by providing technical expertise

Requirements

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power and Controls, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, military training, and relevant industry experience
At least seven years of protection and control testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting experience
Advanced expertise with microprocessor-based relays, communications systems, and substation automation technologies
In-depth knowledge of utility and industrial protection-system design, operation, and commissioning
Experience leading major substation commissioning, outage, or maintenance projects
Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
Proven technical leadership, mentoring, and customer-facing experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and presenting recommendations
Ability to travel throughout British Columbia and occasionally to other locations in Canada, including overnight or extended assignments
Availability to work overtime, evenings, weekends, or statutory holidays when required by outages and project schedules
Valid driver’s license and driving record that meet company and insurer requirements
Ability to work safely in substations, industrial facilities, construction environments, and outdoor conditions
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and perform the essential duties of the position, with reasonable accommodation where required
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, crouch, and lift or move equipment weighing up to 23 kilograms or 50 pounds
The successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Any offer may be conditional upon successful completion of job-related requirements, including verification of qualifications and employment history, reference checks, a driver’s abstract, and other legally permissible screening relevant to the position
Drug and alcohol testing may apply only where legally permissible and reasonably required for a safety-sensitive position
Preferred: Registration or eligibility for registration with ASTTBC
Preferred: NETA certification or equivalent advanced electrical testing experience
Preferred: Experience with SEL relays, AcSELerator QuickSet, SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, or other substation automation technologies
Preferred: Current WHMIS, First Aid/CPR/AED, fall protection, confined-space, or other relevant safety training
Preferred: Knowledge of CSA Z462 or equivalent electrical safety standards

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced expertise in protection and control systems, including testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting, while providing technical leadership and mentoring to field technicians. Capable of developing and improving technical standards and procedures to enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.

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