Electrical Engineer – Power Distribution – Victoria, BC
We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer to join the Projects & Power Distribution (PPD) team at Prime, a full-service electrical design, supply, and service firm, specializing in equipment design and commissioning.
About Prime :
Prime (https : / / primepowered.com / ) provides customers with Low, Medium and High Voltage Electrical Equipment. They manufacture and supply unit substations, electrical switchgear, and control panels by integrating only the highest quality and industry-proven equipment and manufacturers into their designs. In addition, they offer :
- Power System Protection and Electrical Designs
- Control and Automation System Designs
- Power System Studies : Load Flow, Coordination, Short Circuit, Arc Flash, motor starting and Ground Grid
- Acceptance and Maintenance Testing and Commissioning
- Project Quality Assurance Programs
Prime works with a diverse group of customers from many industries and sectors such as : Hospitals, Colleges and Universities, Government entities such as the Department of National Defence as well as Industrial and large-scale multi-national corporations.
About Victoria :
Victoria, BC (https : / / www.tourismvictoria.com / ) is the capital city of the Canadian province of British Columbia, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada's Pacific coast. It is a city unlike any other. With boutique hotels fit for royalty, world-class attractions, and fresh farm-to-table dining that's measured on a scale of metres not miles. Nestled between the tranquil waters of the Salish Sea and the mighty rainforests of Vancouver Island.
Electrical Engineer responsibilities :
Prime’s PPD team is looking for an Electrical Engineer, who understands project management, is energized through solving challenging problems, values strong and lasting relationships with clients and co-workers, and wants to foster their career in a dynamic and growing industry. Some of your responsibilities would include :
Electrical design of power distribution equipment (MV / LV), including single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC / DC schematics, equipment layouts, and communication systemsDesign protection & control systems for power distribution equipment and control panels, including single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC / DC schematics, equipment layouts, and communication systemsPrepare and submit project documentationOrganize and participate in design review and project meetings with both internal and external clientsSpecify and select electrical equipment and services, prepare data sheets, prepare RFQs, review quotations, select and interface with vendors, prepare purchase ordersUnderstand and coordinate the completion of power system studies including but not limited to : Load flow, Short Circuit, Coordination, Arc Flash, Ground Grid AnalysisManage and schedule projects in conjunction with colleagues' and clients' needs and demandsCreate electrical protection relay settings, occasionally required to perform testingAid Controls designers / engineers regarding electrical and protection equipment and other project related interfacesThe successful candidate has :
Electrical Engineering Degree - PEng5+ years of relevant experience directly related to electrical engineering3+ years of relevant experience directly related to commercial and industrial medium voltage distribution equipment and systemsPrevious experience with industrial equipment manufacturing an assetHands on field experience with electrical power equipment an assetKnowledge of power distribution, switchgear, generation, and substations is considered an asset.Knowledge of CEC and IEEE standards is considered an asset.Compensation and benefits :
A company committed to a culture of problem-solving, relationship building, excitement for the work, and humility.An opportunity to participate in challenging, solutions-based, client-facing work.Competitive compensation package, including base salary greater than $95k, depending on experience, as well as a bonusGroup insurance benefits including health, dental, vision, EAP, life, AD&D, and LTDTwelve paid sick and personal days in a calendar year (prorated in the first year of joining).Winter Break (Prime corporate offices are closed from December 24, through Jan 1 inclusive)Group RRSP planSponsored social eventsMentorship and professional development