Electrical Engineer - Systems Studies
Spark Power
- Edmonton, AB Calgary, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- The primary role of an Electrical Engineer specializing in system studies is to perform power system studies using EasyPower or ETAP. These include Short-Circuit Analysis, Protective Device Coordination, Arc Flash Studies, Load Flow and Harmonics studies.
- Provide arc flash hazard mitigation recommendations to improve equipment and personnel safety of our client.
- Perform Ground Grid System Design & Analysis for new construction or substation upgrade projects.
- Assist in developing protection philosophy and protection system scheme and design set
- This position requires interfacing with clients, owners, consultants and construction crew and therefore strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
- Responsible for working independently under general direction and will progress to carry out non-routine tasks of substantial variety and complexity.
- The successful candidate will require a sound understanding of related electrical principles and practices.
- Responsible for the analysis, decisions and recommendations needed in connection with technical problem-solving.
- Promote quality service to ensure employee, customer and supplier satisfaction.
- Perform Short Circuit, Coordination & Arc Flash studies using ETAP or EasyPower. Perform site data collection when required.
- Perform Harmonics & Power Factor Correction Studies.
- Perform Ground Grid Design & Analysis
- Generate settings file for IEDs from manufacturers including SEL, GE, ABB, Basler AND Siemens
- Create ,read and interpret electrical AC & DC schematics, AC three-line, logic diagrams and SLDs. Inspect, test, operate and troubleshoot AC & DC control and protection wiring schematic.
- Be familiar with industry-specific codes and Standards (OESC, IEEE, and NETA).
- Create or Modify Single Line and Three Line Drawing using AutoCAD.
- Be safety conscious and have the willingness to learn Electrical Lockout/Tag-out procedures and gain Electrical Safety Awareness.
- Exercise due diligence in the care and operation of corporate assets.
- Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Engineering Manager.
- Diverse and exciting scope of work
- Continuous training and skills improvement
- Career advancement opportunities (ex - Branch Manager or Regional Manager)
- Competitive wages plus incentive plan
- Laptop and phone provided
- Travel opportunities
- Excellent benefit package
- RRSP
- Company vehicle provided / travel provided
- Employee referral program
- Corporate discounts, Spark Store
- Supportive and fun company culture with contests, employee recognition programs, training and development programs - SparkU
- ….and much more
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of direct Electrical Power Distribution design and engineering experience, industrial facilities preferred.
- P.Eng. designation
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in Renewable, Industrial and Commercial facilities.
- Working experience designing, developing, and leading different phases of Engineering Projects; from early stages up to Detailed Engineering.
- Working experience developing and leading Construction Work Packages.
- Working experience developing and leading Material Requisitions and Technical Bid Evaluations.
- Working experience developing Electrical Area Classification studies, including thorough understanding of CEC / OESC
- Proficient in various electrical calculations (i.e. Voltage Drop, Cable Sizing/Ampacities, Basic Short Circuit Calcs, Grounding Design, Equipment Sizing Ratings, Equipment Specification)
- Proficient in various electrical software (i.e. CYMCAP, CYMGrd, ETAP or equivalent)
- Working experience with Drawing Mark-ups
- Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.).
- Working experience in manufacturing facilities will be consider an asset.