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Raise is hiring a Distribution Engineer for Our Client one of the largest electrical energy suppliers in Canada. This position is a One (1) year contract located in Burnaby, BC. Would also consider candidates located in proximity to Vernon or Victoria. We are actively seeking talented professionals like you to drive these crucial initiatives forward.
Description
The Engineer in this role will support the Distribution Engineering Programs team in providing engineering support of new, end-of-life, and automation programs Act as the organizations Owner’s Engineer (OE) and review Engineering Service Provides (ESP) design submissions Apply the organizations engineering standards and design instructions Work with Distribution Regional Engineers (DRE) and ESP in providing non-standard solutions
Reviewing and designing device settings in collaboration with DRE
Accountabilities
- Use CYME engineering software to analyses existing and future Distribution Circuits.
- Conduct Load Flow analysis using CYME DIST for circuit capacity, load connection reviews, voltage profile and low voltage mitigation, phase balancing and conductor size upgrades.
- Conduct fault current analysis and protection coordination studies.
- Determine fuse sizes for branch lines, determine recloser, switch gear, capacitor bank and voltage regulator settings to ensure a reliable and safe system.
- Conduct thermal studies of cables in ducts and provide appropriate derating of feeder cables using CYME CAP software.
- Use SPIDAcalc non-linear pole line analysis tool to evaluate pole line design and create non-standard OH Line design solutions.
- Provide technical support to Design Technicians and Technologist in customer connection and system improvement requests.
- Fulfill POR responsibilities for any non-standard/engineered solutions.
- Review Customer Electrical Consulting Engineer submissions to determine if they have met requirements, including protection coordination, switch gear design, single line diagram, grounding, surge arrestors or requests for variance from standards.
- Provide technical expertise to support the capital infrastructure renewal and expansion programs.
- Act as Owners' Engineer to review and provide feedback on designs created by the organization and external consultants for adherence to standards and system impact.
- Work with the Planning Engineering, Project Delivery, Design, Standards, Customer Consultants, Field Operations (Operations Centre, District Line Crews, Cable Crews) and other stakeholders to facilitate safe and economical solutions for the Distribution System.
- Adhere to EGBC Bylaws, including the requirements for Continuing Education and Quality Management Guidelines. Provide their own EGBC permit to practice.
- The Organization has developed their own Quality Management Practices that comply and sometimes exceed the requirements of EGBC.
- Attend Safety, Environmental and Technical Training Sessions unique to the organization through on-line and in class training.
Required
- 8 years of experience with a broad range of distribution related skills including planning, system engineering, protection engineering, design, and project management
- Experience with PLS-Pole and PLS-CADD non-linear pole line design would be an asset.
- Experience with CYME engineering software to analyses (circuit capacity, load connection reviews, voltage profile and low voltage mitigation, phase balancing and conductor size upgrades
- Knowledge of SPIDAcalc non-linear pole line analysis tool to evaluate pole line design and create non-standard OH Line design solutions.
- Experience with providing technical support to Design Technicians and Technologist in customer connection and system improvement requests.
- Demonstrated experience and technical knowledge in both Overhead – and underground electric utility distribution systems operating at voltages at or below 35kV including automation
- Knowledge of Protection and Controls (P&C) for device settings
- Knowledge on how to perform load and short circuit studies
- Knowledge of standards would be an asset
- Good written and oral communication skills are essential
- Additional Education and Skills
- Degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by universities in Canada, Power Engineering preferred
- P.Eng and will be required to Provide Proof of Permit to Practice, registered with EGBC when hired
- Willingness to travel
- Maintain good standing in Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) throughout the term of the contract
- Maintain Driver's License Class 5 throughout the term of the contract
Additional Information
- Location: lower mainland, but would be open to candidates located near Vernon or Victoria
- Every contractor must supply their own Windows 10 or 11 Laptop computer for the duration of the assignment.
- Every contractor must supply their own “Smart Phone”. This is needed to gain access to the Organizations network.
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 60 years of experience. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. Connecting professionals like you with meaningful work at industry-leading companies in your field. And we walk the walk, too: as a Certified B Corporation, we believe in using business as a force for good for people, our communities, and the environment.
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