Commissioning Technologist

Rising Edge Group•Halifax, NS

35d

About The Position

Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the Commissioning Technologist is responsible to commission and test primary and secondary power equipment in the field which includes maintaining medium to high-voltage substation power delivery equipment such as breakers, switchgears, circuit breakers, relays and transformers. The Commissioning Technologist is also responsible to mentor and educate Apprentices including reading and interpreting blueprints, Risk Management, and industry best practices. The Commissioning Technologist also plays a leading role in setting up and operating standard as well as specialized test equipment to diagnose and analyze the performance of power delivery equipment on the job site.

Requirements

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution or Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in Field Testing and Commissioning
Competent and comfortable working with computers and spreadsheets.
Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines.
Demonstrate a willingness to work safely and show concern for environmental, health and safety issues in the workplace.
Must have the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
Able to work comfortably at heights
Able to work alone or with minimal supervision
Willing to work out of town and on rotation, i.e. 14 on 7 off work schedule

Nice To Haves

Past supervisory experience will be an asset
Experience in substation would be a major asset, ie. 144kV and 240kV
Experience with relay testing with various equipment; Omicron, GE, Manta, Meggar
Familiar with all apparatus found in a HV substation
Past experience with testing software will be beneficial (Omicron Test Universe, Doble M4000, AcSELerator, Seimens Digsi)

Responsibilities

Work safely alongside all members of the construction crew
Acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical equipment
Installation, commissioning and maintenance of protection and control equipment in medium to high-voltage transmission substations
Interpret blueprints, analyze test reports and recommend corrective actions.
Work with high voltage equipment such as Circuit breakers, transformers, switches and control circuits for protection, indication and monitoring systems
Supervise, mentor and train junior technicians
Calibrate electronic equipment and instruments, when needed
Be able to work with various types of manufacturer’s test equipment: TTR Omicron secondary test sets Winding resistance Omicron CPC 100 CT saturator

Benefits

Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
Overtime opportunities (project dependent)
Generous paid time off
RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
Company-paid safety training
Annual PPE allowance provided for field-based employees (post-probation)
Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)
Travel time to and from site will be paid at base rate, and travel provided by employer (project dependent)
Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
Employee Referral Bonus Program