Commissioning Technician Substations Edmonton Canada – LMIA Job

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Electrical Engineering Commissioning Technologist – Substations

Salary: $110K-$135K, based on experience + Benefits

Rotation shift work. Fly in/out available.

We are currently hiring a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Engineering Technologist, PSE, or Engineer to join our field services team on a full-time basis. If you are an excellent communicator and skilled problem-solver with strong attention to detail, we offer a dynamic work environment where you will be continuously challenged in all aspects of the testing and commissioning process.

What you will do:

• Manage and lead a commissioning crew of workers.
• Testing and commissioning of MV/HV 69kV power system protection & control schemes in the utility, power generation, and oil & gas industry.
• Read and interpret drawings and troubleshoot/resolves technical issues.
• Train/develop employees to ensure highest performance standards are met.
• Report preparation and submission.
• Assist with generation of commissioning startup procedures or work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety practices as per corporate, client, and industry standards.
• Initiate and/or respond to customer inquiries, discuss trouble details and confirm resolutions.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Electrician Journeyman Ticket, or an Electrical Engineering Technologist Diploma from a recognized institute.
• Eligible for registration with a professional association.
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical power system protection and controls including SCADA, relay protection, metering, equipment functionals, and telecom networks.
• Minimum 5+ years of proven experience in the medium voltage and/or high voltage utility substations and power generation industry with experience in a supervisory role leading and running projects in greenfield and brownfield substations.
• Relay testing of microprocessor-based protection IEDs (SEL, ABB, Siemens, GE, etc.) with fully automated test equipment (Omicron CMC356) and test data management.
• Experienced in high voltage primary equipment testing and commissioning involving power transformers, reactors, circuit breakers, CTs, PTs, surge arrestors, disconnect switches, cap and reactor banks, etc.
• Testing and commissioning as per NETA/IEEE/IEC standards.
• Strong understanding of CSA Z462 safety standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an extreme attention to detail are essential.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office software suite of programs coupled with strong computer skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a wide variety of issues simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills.
• NETA Testing Certification an asset.
• Background checks and Drug and Alcohol Pre-Access Testing will be required as part of employment.

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