Engineer - Electrical Power Engineering

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. CIMA+ is currently looking for an Electrical Stations Engineer. To be successful in this role you will have a strong understanding of the engineering environment in electrical design of High Voltage/Medium Voltage substations for Utilities and industrial clients and will be working with multi-disciplinary teams to design in accordance with clients’ requirements and applicable codes and standards. SLD, general arrangements, elevations, installation details, etc) for HV and MV substations for Utilities and industrial installations;

Perform/Review electrical calculations and equipment sizing for various electrical equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, busbars, etc.;

Prepare technical reports and equipment specifications (HV and MV equipment) for procurement;

Develop schedules and engineering cost estimates for proposals;

Produce/Review bills of materials;

Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing conditions, inspect construction prepare site survey reports, and participate in commissioning activities (occasionally)

Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and utilities

Ensure designs conform to all applicable codes, client standards and CIMA’s quality management system

Assist in training junior staff

Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on project requirements

Collaborate with the client's engineering team in addressing challenging, complex, or unusual engineering issues, providing solutions-oriented support to effectively manage and mitigate engineering risks.

6 +years of experience in electrical layout, preferably with large canadian Utilities

• A bachelor degree diploma in electrical engineering (power system specialization preferred).
• Advanced experience with electrical design for electric utility substations
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, IEEE and Canadian Utility standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Knowledge of French is an asset
• Client focused and flexible to respond to short notice assignments and to project based client demands
• Ability to manage and mentor junior engineers and technologists

Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. while maintaining internal equity. CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. That is why 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.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. Accommodations are available on request.