Technologist (Controls)

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­Technologist (Controls)

Competition #: NLH-NR-26-052

Status: Permanent

Location: Soldier's Pond

Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for passionate and performance focused people - people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

­ GENERAL DUTIES:

Working as part of the Power Supply team Installs, tests, performs maintenance and modifications on all protective relaying, metering, instrumentation and control equipment associated with the provincial power grid, distribution systems and all Synchronous Condenser plant control systems, generating systems, including electrical/electronic governors, excitation equipment, HMI's, PLC's, auxiliary equipment, data acquisition systems, etc. Ensures co-ordinated relay protection of both plant and station equipment.

­Involved in the commissioning of major system components and troubleshooting and the testing of system components and protection and control schemes; prepares drawings, material lists and cost estimates for new and modified installations; prepares, maintains and updates system and equipment drawings and retains records; all other duties related to or associated with this classification.

­Responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation's Safety and Health Program. Responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.

­ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduation, successful completion of a two (2) or three (3) year electrical or electronic technology course from a recognized technical institute and either have completed the four (4) year training program established by the Corporation or have four (4) years experience as a technician in the discipline. Shall have a thorough knowledge of all regulations and safety rules. Must possess an appropriate valid driver's license. Completion of Instrumentation electives is an asset. Operations and maintenance activities experience for day to day operations of a DC link, experience with LO/TO and permitting systems for a DC station or equivalent would be assets.

­Should no applicants meet the above qualifications, other equivalencies may be considered. consideration may be given to other applicants following an assessment of their technical skills and abilities.

­ CLOSING DATE: September 29, 2026

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Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.