Protection & Control Specialist

Black & McDonald Limited; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Utilities sector is seeking a Protection & Control Specialist to join their Engineering & Technical Services team in Toronto. The ideal candidate will provide technical support, conduct testing of protection relays, and interact with various power systems. Candidates should have strong problem-solving abilities, relevant educational backgrounds, and the willingness to travel across Southern Ontario. The company offers a collaborative work culture focused on personal growth and safety.

Benefits

Ongoing investment in training and development

Long-term stability and opportunity for growth

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Qualifications

• 3+ years related industry experience.
• Valid Ontario G or Class 5 Driver’s License required.
• Security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering technical support to the Technical Services Division.
• Perform field testing and programming of protection relays.
• Maintain and commission power transmission equipment.

Skills

Organization skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Troubleshooting mindset

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma

Engineering Degree with a focus in power systems

Tools

Protection relays (GE and SEL)

Test equipment (Omicron)

Job description

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer:

• A family business with family values
• Team events and outings year-round
• Competitive compensation
• Interesting and challenging work – we’re leaders in the industry
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Long-term stability and opportunity for growth
• Number one in Utilities Safety Construction
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL CONTIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald’s Engineering & Technical Services team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Protection & Control Specialist is located in Toronto and typically reports directly to the Department Manager. Their primary focus is providing electrical engineering technical support to the Technical Services Division. The successful candidate will be required to travel in and around Southern Ontario. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform field testing and programming of various protection relays used in the power industry (GE and SEL etc.)
• Be working with protection, control, metering, telecom and communication equipment in coordination with SCADA systems
• Maintain or Commission Power transmission, substation and distribution equipment – i.e. Protection and control circuits, Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, HV Switches and breaker, GIS switchgear etc.;
• Interpret electrical AC & DC schematics, AC three-line and single lines (EWD, CWD etc.);
• Apply knowledge of NETA codes and standards used in the testing industry
• Plan and deliver projects within budget and schedule, liaison with customers;
• Have an understanding of related electrical safety principles;
• Be safety conscious and gain knowledge in Electrical Safety Awareness;

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma or Engineering Degree with a focus in power systems;

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years related industry experience

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent organization and time management skills;
• A self-starting personality able to work individually or as part of a high functioning team committed to the success of the organization;
• Exceptional technical, analytical and numerical skills;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Commitment to customer satisfaction; and,
• A willingness to learn and grow by undertaking hands-on site
• Understanding of the grid and distribution systems
• Understanding of protection philosophies within high voltage and low voltage systems
• Strong computer skills
• Experience with test equipment considered an asset (Omicron etc.)
• Troubleshooting mindset – will be responsible for in depth troubleshooting of protection and control circuits. Good with reading technical manuals.
• Will be required to work in an outdoor substation environment;
• Flexibility to work on-call hours to respond to customer emergencies;
• Physically fit to lift and carry electrical test equipment
• Willing and able to travel in and around Southern Ontario
• Valid Ontario G or Class 5 Driver’s License
• Security clearance

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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