Protection and Control Engineering Lead
1 month ago
Spark Power Corp, a reputable leader in the energy sector across North America, is seeking a Senior Protection & Control Technologist to enhance our Alberta operations. The primary responsibility of this role involves the programming, testing, and verification of protection and control devices in the field. This position plays a crucial role in the testing, commissioning, and maintenance of power distribution systems. The successful candidate will engage with clients and construction teams, with travel requirements of approximately 70-80% of the time.
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Protection & Control Technologist at Spark Power:
- Adhere to safety protocols to ensure the well-being of yourself and your colleagues.
- Comprehend, plan, and implement utility and industry-standard lockout procedures.
- Analyze and interpret electrical AC and DC schematics, three-line diagrams, logic diagrams, and single line diagrams (SLDs).
- Conduct inspections, tests, operations, and troubleshooting of AC and DC control and protection wiring schematics.
- Execute field testing, verification, and programming of various Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) from manufacturers including SEL, GE Multilin, GEC Alstom, Siemens, Square D, and ABB.
- Maintain or commission power distribution equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, high voltage switches, and instrument transformers.
- Familiarize yourself with industry-specific codes and standards (AESO, AUEC, IEEE, and NETA).
- Exhibit a willingness to travel 70-80% of the time for commissioning or maintenance projects.
- Document, record, compute, and process electrical test data in accordance with established standard practices.
- Oversee daily operations on a project-by-project basis, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, availability of necessary resources, conflict resolution, and timely submission of documentation.
Employee Benefits and Perks at Spark Power:
- Competitive salary with an incentive program
- RRSP program with company matching contributions
- Diverse and engaging scope of work
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, mental health support, employee discounts, wellness spending account option)
- Employee Share Ownership Program
- Per diem and travel expenses covered
- Company vehicle provided
- Laptop and mobile phone supplied
- Additional benefits available
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience: 3 to 5 years in Protection & Control.
- Education: 2-year Electrical Engineering Technology diploma (from NAIT or SAIT) or a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Licenses: Registered or eligible for registration with ASET or APEGA.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
- Communication Skills: Ability to convey information effectively.
- Critical Thinking: Proficient in using logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions and approaches to problems.
- Leadership: Capable of providing technical guidance.
About Spark Power:
Spark Power is the foremost independent provider of comprehensive electrical services and operations and maintenance solutions for the industrial, utility, and renewable asset sectors in North America. We strive to earn the trust of our customers as their reliable partner in power. Our dedicated and skilled workforce, situated within the communities we serve, combined with our expertise in the power industry and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver effective solutions that keep our customers' operations running smoothly today and prepared for the future.
Spark Power is committed to inclusivity and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.
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