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Black & McDonald Limited Engineering & Technical Service Technician (New Graduates) in Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald's Engineering & Technical Services team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The Engineering & Technical Services Technician position is based in Toronto and typically reports directly to the Maintenance, Commissioning or Engineering Supervisor, dependent on business requirements. Their primary focus is providing technical support to the Engineering & Technical Services Division, which will include both field and office support. The technician will be enrolled into a 4- year Engineering & Technical Services trainee program and will be evaluated throughout the program prior to advancing to the next level. The technician will rotate through various streams of the division during the 4-year term, providing the technician with quality exposure and experience within various aspects of the division and industry. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
Substation maintenance
Substation commissioning
Engineering services
Distribution design services
Panel builds & wiring
Responsible for the maintenance, installation, and repair of medium/high voltage substation equipment
Maintain or commission power transmission, substation, and distribution equipment – i.e., Protection and control circuits, power transformers, circuit breakers, HV switches and breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Relay testing and calibration of both electronic and electromechanical relays as well as testing various protection schemes
Prepare detailed project reports by collecting, summarizing, analysing, and interpreting information
Perform tasks using computer assisted tests, analysis, and design engineering software
Prepare, review, and edit technical drawings of electrical components and systems to ensure the application, installation and operations conform to required standards and customer requirements
Protection panel building, wiring, and testing
Assist engineering services with designing and drafting for various projects – Includes schematic drawings, protection settings, power system studies, documentation packages, etc.
Design support for new construction, rehabilitation, and relocation of overhead and underground infrastructure at distribution voltage levels.
Develop and prepare design deliverables from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data
Prepare construction drawings for proposed distribution system design (overhead and underground)
Communicate with site staff for any design related inquiries
Prepare as-built construction drawings
Conduct field reviews and surveys for design input purposes
Visit site as required to assist design team and technical data collection
Maintain a safety conscious mindset while conducting all activities
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Values and Respects Others
Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Registered E.I.T or OACETT member is considered an asset
Exposure to the electrical construction industry is considered an asset but not required
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Excellent organization and time management skills
A self-starting personality able to work individually or as part of a high functioning team committed to the success of the organization
Exceptional technical, analytical, and numerical skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to customer satisfaction
A willingness to learn and grow by undertaking hands-on site tasks
Understanding of protection philosophies within high voltage and low voltage systems considered an asset
Experience with protection and control equipment considered an asset (SEL, GE, Siemens, etc.)
Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MS Office, etc.)
Troubleshooting mindset – will be responsible for in depth troubleshooting of electrical systems
Mechanical skills considered an asset
Strong attention to detail
Will be required to work in an outdoor substation environment
Flexibility to work on-call hours to respond to customer emergencies
Physically fit to lift and carry electrical test equipment
Willing and able to travel in and around Southern Ontario
Valid Ontario G or Class 5 Driver's License
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.