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Electrical Designer (REMOTE)

$86k - $120k per year

Kleinschmidt Associates

Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for an Electrical Engineer to support design and consulting for hydroelectrical power plants out of Halifax, NS or Peterborough, ON . Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely. This position requires three days in the office/week.

Salary: 86,000-120,000 CAD /year (based on experience)

An EIT or P.Eng with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 4 years' experience; 3 of which must be acceptable and verifiable for the Engineering Board of your province.

Experience developing long-lasting relationships with clients to assist them in solving complex engineering challenges. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design through to construction. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work directly with our senior leaders and will perform meaningful work that focuses on providing practical solutions to complex problems affecting energy, water, and the environment. Knowledgeable: The successful candidate will have a base in hydroelectric design experience and preferably with wide area multi-plant SCADA systems, condition monitoring, or Battery Energy Storage System design experience as well. Must possess permanent authorization to work in Canada.

Must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license.

Kleinschmidt electrical engineers design hydropower plant modernizations, fish passage automation, and GSU substations. Our Electrical engineers are supporting clients by writing procurement specifications, performing design reviews, attending commissioning and onsite construction support. Our electrical engineers are also performing power system analysis such as short circuit calculations, power flow analysis, overcurrent device coordination and arc flash incident energy analysis.

At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes learning and professional development.

Competitive salary

  • Bonus Program
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including extended healthcare, dental, life and AD&D, and weekly indemnity insurance
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP) with matching
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.
Vacancy posted 21 days ago
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