About The Position
AFRY provides engineering, design, digital and advisory services. We are devoted experts in industry, energy and infrastructure sectors, creating impact for generations to come. AFRY has Nordic roots with a global reach. Our shared principles - Results driven, Client Centric, Empowering and Accountable - guide us in how we work, grow and succeed together. Join us and unlock transitions towards a sustainable and resilient society.
Requirements
- 10 years or more professional experience in electrical power systems studies working for Consulting Engineering firm in design of industrial plants
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Member in good standing with the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Quebec.
- Travel to client job sites to gather information and participating in design review meetings
- Experience working at job sites to supervise the electrical installations. Participate in electrical check-outs and start-ups.
- Able to work under and meet tight deadlines
- Excellent knowledge with digital power system modeling software using ETAP and EASYPOWER.
- Demonstrate leadership qualities and ability to work independently, make decisions, and take responsibility for technical matters
- Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools
- Have excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
- Solid understanding of industrial electrical distribution equipment, MV and LV switchgears, indoor and outdoor unit substations, transformers, HV substation equipment, MCC’s, VFD’s, motors UPS’s, capacitor banks, harmonic filters, sort-starters, overhead lines.
- Knowledge, interpretation, and application of Canadian Electrical Code, National Electrical Code, and applicable electrical standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
Nice To Haves
- Membership with other professional engineering associations would be an asset.
- Knowledge of SKM Power Tools would be an asset.
- Basic working knowledge of AUTOCAD 2D & AUTOCAD PLANT 3D modelling would be an asset
Responsibilities
- Power system studies including but not limited to: Load flow, Short Circuit, relay settings and protection coordination, Arc Flash, harmonic evaluations, ground grid sizing and motor starting analyses, etc.
- Review and create power system simulations, reports and studies, recommendations
- Possess very good knowledge and experience in developing single line diagrams, metering and protection diagrams, underground and above ground power cabling, grounding plans and details, MV & LV MCC layouts, cable schedules, control and annunciator panel schematics, motor power and control schematics, termination list, interconnection wiring diagrams, UPS and emergency back-up systems.
- Perform high, medium and low voltage cable sizing based on ampacity, de-rating factors and voltage drop calculations,
- Write specifications for power distribution equipment, perform Bid Analysis of quotations from electrical equipment suppliers, and write recommendations to purchase.
- Review and make comments to shop drawings from equipment Vendors.
- Approve and P.Eng seal electrical drawings for candidates under supervision.
- Perform electrical calculations
- Assist with physical layout drawings of electrical rooms, transformer rooms, outdoor substations
- Coordinate design with other engineering disciplines for successful project completions
- Execute technical project work within your area of expertise. Majority of time will be used for the concept and detailed engineering design.
- Possess good time management skills as the candidate will frequently be required to work on multiple projects and tasks at the same time.
- Approve and stamp P. Eng. Seal documents and drawings, including substation layouts, electrical study reports, connections and wiring diagrams, single line electrical diagrams, etc.
- Prepare and submit connection applications and associated design documents to Power Utility companies.
- Participate in site visits for project kickoffs, site meetings, and Powe Utility company representatives as required
- Participate in the equipment selection and procurement process
- Application of standards, codes and regulations to the area of expertise and ensuring compliance.
- Incorporation of safety and risk analysis into equipment designs
- Write and review technical reports, and construction specifications.
Benefits
- 4-day workweek and flexible hours.
- Opportunity to travel for work and participate in international projects with a team of experts.
- Professional development and promotion opportunities.
- Group Retirement Savings Plan.
- Health, dental and vision Insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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