electrical engineer

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Work setting

• Urban area

Tasks

• Conduct feasibility, design operation and performance research of electrical generation and distribution networks
• Supervise technicians, technologists, programmers, analysts and other engineers
• Prepare material cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications
• Design electrical and electronic components, systems and equipment
• Supervise and inspect the installation and operation of electrical and electronic systems and equipment
• Develop maintenance and operating standards for electrical and electronic systems and equipment
• Investigate electrical or electronic failures
• Conduct micro or nanodevices simulations, characterization, process modeling and integration in the development of new electronic devices and products
• Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Electronic mail

Area of work experience

• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities

Specialization or experience

• 3D Modeling

Area of specialization

• Electrical
• Power generation, transmission or distribution
• Electrical machines or transformers

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player
• Initiative
• Flexibility

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)