Engineer, Transmission

Department Description

Electricity Operations is responsible for the electrical transmission and distribution systems in the City of Edmonton, with a focus on safety, reliability, and innovative and practical solutions. Our employees look after electrical infrastructure as well as the underground and aerial distribution networks.
Brief Description
EPCOR currently has one (1) permanent full-time position available, located in Edmonton, AB!

The Engineer, Transmission is accountable for Transmission engineering projects at all of EPCOR’s substations. This includes ensuring capital planning & execution and achieving the required outcomes within specified time frames.
Detailed Description
Reporting to the Manager, P&C Engineering you will be accountable for (but not limited to):
Being accountable for capital planning & execution, including teamwork with technologists and technical staff, and other EPCOR groups.
Managing Transmission project engineering (design, scope, relay setting calculations), procurement (equipment specifications), construction packages (drawing mark-ups, drawing approvals, relay setting files, checklists), commissioning, and as built documentation.
Providing input to the Transmission Engineering business plans and directions.
Identifying the necessary budget requirements for the provision of leading edge, but reliable technology for life cycle or performance improvement capital projects.
Analyzing and identify issues impacting operational performance and establishing initiatives for continuous improvement to ensure productivity, quality, reliability, cost effect, and on time delivery of capital projects.
Developing, implementing and reviewing Transmission Engineering processes to ensure compliance to policies, standards, regulatory requirements and ensuring mitigation of risks.
Providing input to P&C system modelling and performance.
Responsible for integration of P&C systems.
Providing P&C technical support.
Providing input to Transmission asset management.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Professional Engineer with B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with Power System Engineering options or equivalent P.L (Eng.)
7 years of experience in Transmission & Distribution Substation Protection & Control Relaying applications, including, design, procurement and commissioning.
Experience with Transmission relaying schemes such as: transformer protection, transformer OLTC/VRR, bus protection, breaker controls, breaker failure protection, transmission line protection, capacitor bank protection, feeder protection, and underfrequency load shedding.
Demonstrated expertise in Transmission Engineering and Protection & Control.
Previous experience with Capital project planning & execution.
Expertise with computer applications such as MS office, engineering (such as PTC Mathcad), drafting, electrical modeling, and P&C relaying software.

To ensure success in this role, you must have excellent time management skills combined with superior planning and organizational skills. These abilities are supplemented with excellent verbal and written communication skills,

Other demonstrated competencies required to be successful in this position include proactive thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.
Additional Details
Jurisdiction: PROF

Hours of work: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

About EPCOR:

Clean water and reliable energy are at the heart of what we do. We proudly keep the lights on and the water flowing in over 100 communities across North America. With a rich 125-year history, EPCOR has ambitions to be one of North America’s premier providers of essential services, and we have the top employer and sustainability awards to prove it. If you’re looking for new opportunities, people who care and work that matters, apply today to find a career where you matter more. Check out epcor.com/careers to find out more.

Commencing with your first day of employment as a permanent EPCOR employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits, such as:
Competitive salary
Annual incentive (bonus) pay program
Paid vacation
Flexible benefits plan
Five paid personal days off each year
One Friday off per month
Access to internal and external career development programs
Financial support for personal development
EPCOR Savings Plan with company matched contributions
Pension Plan
Financial support for employee wellness
Career opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines and operational areas
Financial support for charitable organizations that employees contribute to

Please note the following information:

A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law.  These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
If you are being considered for a driving position, a current 5 year commercial Driver Abstract will be required.
A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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On Team EPCOR, we believe in building an engaging, inclusive and diverse work culture that inspires creative thinking, innovation and adds value to our communities. Our organization is a place where everyone is welcome, and where you can bring your whole self to work.

When you join our team, you’ll find a workplace where all opinions, beliefs and lifestyles matter. We encourage you to apply and are happy to provide reasonable accommodation during the selection process to meet your needs.

How To Apply

Thank you for your interest in a career with EPCOR. Due to the large volume of applications, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

EPCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Positions are filled by means of open competition where the selection is based on job-related skills, training, experience, suitability and, where appropriate, seniority.

EPCOR only accepts resumes via on-line application at www.epcor.com/careers.  If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered.
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Industry
Utilities
Employment Type
Full-time
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