Senior HV Commissioning Technologist

Rising Edge Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Generous paid time off

RRSP/DPSP employer matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Safety training provided

Annual PPE allowance

Travel time paid

Ongoing training & career growth

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Rising Edge Group is seeking a Senior Commissioning Technologist to commission and test HV equipment in field settings. You will mentor junior technologists, interpret prints, and lead test activities on projects across Alberta and nearby regions.

Responsibilities include relay testing, protection schemes, and SCADA commissioning, with travel to out-of-town sites as required. Must hold a technical electrical degree or diploma and 4+ years’ experience in field testing and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering or technology.
• Minimum 4+ years in field testing and commissioning.
• Experience in substations (600V to 500kV) required.
• Familiar with relay testing and related software.
• Knowledge of transformers, high voltage equipment, NGR, CapBank.
• Experience with testing software (Omicron, Doble, AcSELerator).
• Proficient with MS Office; able to read prints and reports.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for projects.

Responsibilities

• Commission and test primary/secondary power equipment in the field.
• Mentor junior technologists; read and interpret prints.
• Set up and operate test equipment to diagnose performance.
• Work safely with the construction crew and HV equipment.
• Oversee testing of protection/control relays and SCADA systems.
• Train and supervise junior technicians on site.

Skills

Field testing and commissioning

Substation experience

Relay testing

MS Office

Safety culture

Valid driver’s license

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Omicron Test Universe

Doble M4100

AcSELerator

Siemens Digsi

GE Enervista

Omicron CMC356

CPC100

Job description

Rising Edge Group is seeking a Senior Commissioning Technologist to commission and test HV equipment in field settings. You will mentor junior technologists, interpret prints, and lead test activities on projects across Alberta and nearby regions.

Responsibilities include relay testing, protection schemes, and SCADA commissioning, with travel to out-of-town sites as required. Must hold a technical electrical degree or diploma and 4+ years’ experience in field testing and commissioning.