Senior Electrical Engineer - Hydropower Testing & Commissioning

CIMA+; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Annual share purchase opportunity

Flexible hybrid work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training programs

Tailored training

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in hydropower testing and commissioning. You will design electrical systems, develop diagrams, and coordinate engineering work. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and is fluent in both French and English. This position offers competitive benefits, including a flexible work schedule and a robust retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• More than ten years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of applicable design standards and codes, including the Quebec Electrical Code.
• Eligible to register with l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering for hydro or utilities.
• Knowledge of Hydro-Québec standards and public utility practices.
• Proficient with power distribution design methods and tools.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Fluent in French (oral and written) and English for national communications.
• Familiar with Quebec Electrical Code and related design standards.
• Demonstrated motivation and ability to deliver successful projects.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems and layout for hydropower plant projects.
• Develop power system diagrams and drawings for switchgear implementation.
• Coordinate electrical work with other engineering disciplines.
• Perform or validate equipment sizing calculations and power cable gauge selection.
• Calculate material quantities.
• Coordinate electrical work with other engineering disciplines.

Skills

Hydropower standards knowledge

Power distribution design

Fluent in French

Fluent in English

AutoCAD proficiency

Project resourcefulness

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering

Member of l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec or eligible

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Hydropower Testing & Commissioning

Welcome to CIMA+. Our Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professionals, we support clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact.

Job Description

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will actively lead and/or participate in the design of new and reconstruction of existing hydropower plants. You will design high‑power switchgears and controlgears, prepare drawings, perform sizing calculations, select materials and coordinate with other engineering disciplines.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design electrical power systems and layout for hydropower plant projects.
• Develop power system diagrams and drawings for switchgear and controlgear implementation.
• Prepare project deliverables such as detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams.
• Perform or validate equipment sizing calculations and power cable gauge selection.
• Calculate material quantities.
• Coordinate electrical work with other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Member of l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible to register.
• More than ten (10) years of experience.
• Knowledge of Hydro‑Québec standards or other public utility standards.
• Knowledge of power distribution design methods, practices, and tools.
• Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD.
• Fluent in French (oral and written).
• Fluent in English (oral and written) for national level communications.
• Knowledge of applicable design standards and codes, including the Quebec Electrical Code.
• Resourcefulness, motivation, enthusiasm, and strong will to deliver successful projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Group Benefits from day one for permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.
• Annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada.
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of experience.
• Tailored training to improve existing skills.

Contact

For more information on this career opportunity, please contact Réna Chont.

Additional Information

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio‑economic status or background, etc.). We encourage all applications, including those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and visible minorities, to complete the self‑identification form when applying. Accommodations are available on request.