Protection & Control Technologist

GSU-Greater Sudbury Utilities; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Salary range: $102,000.00-$111,500.00

Job summary

Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc (GSHI) is seeking a Protection and Control Technician to install, commission, and maintain SCADA, Load Control, Distribution Automation, and substation protection systems. You will work with communication networks, perform coordination studies, and contribute to planning and design efforts within the utility environment.

The role requires a three-year Electrical Technology diploma, at least five years’ experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a valid G driver’s

Qualifications

• Three-year Electrical Technology diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five years of experience in relaying, metering, control, and communications systems, preferably in an electrical utility environment.
• Strong planning, coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with electrical and optical test equipment used for protection, metering, power quality, communications, and fiber optics.
• Knowledge of serial and Ethernet communications (Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP).
• Valid Class G driver’s licence with ability to perform frequent field work.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain SCADA, Load Control, Distribution Automation, and Substation Protective Relaying-Metering Control systems.
• Maintain the communication networks for these systems and participate in design and planning activities.
• Conduct protective device coordination studies and related analyses for feasibility and optimization.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and field crews.
• Use engineering software and utility analysis tools for planning and diagnostics.

Skills

Planning

Coordination

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical Technology diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Survalent SmartVU

STC Explorer

AcSELerator QuickSet

Milsoft

CYME

SQL Server

Windows Server

Microsoft 365

Job description

Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc (GSHI) is a trusted electrical distribution company delivering safe and reliable electricity to the City of Greater Sudbury and West Nipissing.GSHI is part of Greater Sudbury Utilities, a diversified, community-owned corporation focused on excellence, innovation, and growth. The GSU group of companies provides leadership in energy distribution, alternative generation, water heater rental products, and leading-edge telecommunications technologies and services.

What we offer

Stay healthy and well with a competitive compensation package including:

• Ongoing training and development
• Salary Range: $102,000.00-$111,500.00

For more information about OMERS, visit: https://www.omers.com/

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor – Technical Services, the Protection and Control Technician will install, commission and maintain SCADA, Load Control, Distribution Automation, Substation Protective Relaying-Metering Control and the Communication Networks for these systems. They will participate in the planning and design of the above systems. They will also participate in the analysis and studies related to the technical and economic feasibility of Utility projects. The successful applicant will maintain a professional working relationship with customers and perform protective device coordination studies.

Seeking the following qualifications

• Three-year Electrical Technology diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong planning, coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum five years of experience in relaying, metering, control, and communications systems, preferably in an electrical utility environment.
• Working knowledge of utility distribution systems, equipment, construction materials, and work methods.
• Proficiency with electrical and optical test equipment used for protection, metering, power quality, communications, and fiber optics.
• Experience with Windows Server, SQL Server, Microsoft 365, and engineering applications such as AutoCAD, Survalent SmartVU, STC Explorer, AcSELerator QuickSet, Milsoft, CYME, and related utility analysis software.
• Experience calculating and applying protection relay settings for electromechanical, electronic, and PLC-based relays.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills for electrical, electronic, and communications systems.
• Knowledge of serial and Ethernet communications, including protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP, and related standards.
• Valid Class G driver's licence with the ability to perform frequent field work.

GSU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by GSU, please advise if you require an accommodation.