Engineer/Scientist (Electrical and I&C Design) - New Brunswick

OverviewEngineer/Scientist (Electrical Design) - New BrunswickLocation: Saint John, New Brunswick. Employment Type: Permanent. Employment Level: Intermediate / Senior. Hours per week: 40.Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown and is continuing to grow. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.What We Offer: Kinectrics recognizes knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical environment. The organization supports your career development with training and opportunities in a dynamic, entrepreneurial culture. Responsibilities Provide electrical power distribution engineering analysis for new and existing nuclear power plants and designs including advanced reactors. Perform condition assessments of electrical equipment such as transformers, breakers, switch gears, electric motors, motor control centers, generators and other power plant equipment. Develop life cycle plans, including inspection and test programs. Perform engineering design and analysis following established Engineering design and change control procedures. Perform electrical analysis, equipment protection, cable and electrical equipment selection. Interface with construction/procurement partners and utility stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of the design project to provide practical and effective solutions as per requirements. Provide field support for design and design modifications, including provision of field engineering. Understand and assess client problems and determine appropriate means of solution. Conduct technical assessments and emergent troubleshooting/engineering to support new build projects and existing operating units. Interface effectively with other staff on multi-disciplinary design and technical projects. Stay current with developments within their field of expertise. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/I&C Engineering Minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical design engineering Proven track record in electrical design and analysis in electrical power distribution, including application to nuclear plants Strong knowledge of generating station power upgrades including necessary system protection/system stability and relaying Experience in performing condition assessments of electrical equipment such as transformers, breakers, switch gears, electric motors, motor control centers, generators and other power plant equipment In depth knowledge and experience of use of appropriate codes and standards, as applied to nuclear plant and conventional plants Experience in project management and interfacing with and coordinating activities of multi-disciplinary teams Knowledge of the life cycle management of electrical equipment Familiarity with rigorous engineering change control processes and application of QA programs Good working knowledge of basic generation plant design/operation related to Nuclear power plants, skid-based designs, or international power projects Experience with Small Modular Reactor or Advance Reactor designs is an asset Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and a high commitment to quality Excellent problem-solving skills Experience in leading technical projects to successful conclusions Candidates are expected to have or to pursue attainment of the P.Eng. designation Good time management skills and demonstrated capability to interface effectively with and gain the trust of customers A minimum of 5 years relevant experience is considered necessary EEO / Diversity Kinectrics Inc is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and welcomes applications from all individuals. To learn more about our commitments please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion and indigenous relations pages. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary diversity survey. The collection of self-identification data is driven by our commitment to DE&I and ensures Kinectrics\' continuous review and improvement of its programs. The information that you provide is strictly confidential and your responses will only be used for statistical purposes. Your responses do not affect your candidacy in any way. Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr