Protection & Control Engineer / Technologist

BBA Consultants; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BBA Consultants is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer / Technologist to manage maintenance and project roles related to high voltage systems. Candidates should possess a degree in electrical engineering and have 3-7 years of experience with protection and control systems. This role involves outdoor work in remote locations and the implementation of SCADA systems, offering the chance to work in a dynamic team environment focused on safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of relevant experience in electrical apparatus maintenance.
• Comfort working in severe weather conditions and remote locations.
• Operational experience with industrial and utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance activities on high voltage apparatus.
• Assist in implementing new apparatus and protection systems.
• Serve in various roles including project and site work leader.

Skills

Results-driven

Commitment to health and safety

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Technical diploma in relevant fields

Tools

Protection relay systems

SCADA systems

Power control systems

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• Complete maintenance activities on high voltage apparatus
• Carry out maintenance and new projects in various capacities based on protection and control system standards
• Monitor worksite projects being carried out at our clients’ facilities
• Serve in various roles, including project, proposal and site work leader
• Assist in implementing new apparatus, protection and SCADA systems for substation projects
• Work in outdoor environments in remote locations
• Apply established work methods and ensure their improvement
• Provide protection system support for clients remotely or onsite
• Develop commission protection and control systems on site and within the BBA digital power systems laboratories nationally

Your future role on our team

• Complete maintenance activities on high voltage apparatus
• Carry out maintenance and new projects in various capacities based on protection and control system standards
• Monitor worksite projects being carried out at our clients’ facilities
• Serve in various roles, including project, proposal and site work leader
• Assist in implementing new apparatus, protection and SCADA systems for substation projects
• Work in outdoor environments in remote locations
• Apply established work methods and ensure their improvement
• Provide protection system support for clients remotely or onsite
• Develop commission protection and control systems on site and within the BBA digital power systems laboratories nationally

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Expand your fields of expertise to include switchgear, protection, automation and supervision of medium- and high-voltage substations
• Demonstrate skills in managing relationships with clients and partners
• Inspire respect and trust in others and create a climate conducive to teamwork
• Promote and sell your skills to peers as well as internal (e.g., directors, project leaders) and external clients
• Show your ability to motivate others, maintain an engaging work environment and value everyone’s contributions
• Able to draft technical documents and become part of a engineering group in various roles

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Results-driven
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Thirst to learn and excel
• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions
• Eco-mindful

Overview Of Certifications And Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma (technologist) in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or relevant fields
• Be registered as a professional Engineer in Canada for the Engineer position
• 3-7 years of relevant experience in electrical apparatus maintenance, protection relay and control systems testing
• Operational and brownfield experience with industrial and utility systems
• Comfort working in severe weather conditions and remote locations with limited communication
• Ability to lift 70 lbs regularly
• Availability to travel within Canada and to client sites
• Assets: Inter-Provincial Construction Electrician, Power Systems Electrician tickets, bilingual (English and French), experience in power control systems for generation and renewable energy, knowledge of protocols like DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850

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