Senior Electrical Engineer

Major Job Functions:

• Monitor technical scope, schedule design work and ensure accuracy of work. Work together with other departments achieving project targets. Maintain a proactive approach about obstacles that could affect the cost, quality and timeliness of project delivery (30%)
• Review all engineering inquiries and prepare timely responses to stakeholders. (20%)
• Identify cost-reduction and functionality improvement opportunities (20%)
• Lead, mentor and coach project team members. (10%)
• Liaison with the project and operation teams to provide support and guidance as necessary. Interface with suppliers, packagers, customer and regulatory authority throughout the project. (10%)

Specific Skills:

• Must possess superior engineering skills and be capable of interacting with all engineering disciplines. Able to apply electrical engineering techniques to concept design, detailed estimates, component verification, troubleshooting, and failure analysis
• Strong attention to detail.
• Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Is visible, accessible and communicates effectively to all levels of employees
• Good presentation and influencing skills
• Teamwork in diverse and challenging environments
• Technical acumen and well-developed Problem Solving abilities

Accountability:

• Represent Finning in a professional and ethical manner
• Manage the relationship between internal (project, service) and external (customer, suppliers, regulatory authority.
• Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner and maintain effective relationships with internal departments and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Understands and adheres to Finning policies and procedures, including safety

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor or Master of Engineering degree from an accredited engineering institution
• Registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with EGBC, APEGA, APEGS, NAPEG, or Engineers Yukon
• 8 to 15 years of electrical engineering design experience with a focus on power generation and generator set controls
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in Power Generation and Power System design, with emphasis on diesel and natural gas generator sets across sectors such as Mining, Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Critical Infrastructure including Hospitals, Airports, and Data Centers
• Experience with the integration of renewable energy sources into power generation systems
• Knowledge and experience with switchgear, transfer switches, MCCs, VFDs, and load banks
• Experience in powerhouse design, including HVAC control systems and other balance of plant equipment
• Strong understanding of generator and power system controls, protection schemes, grounding methods, electrical and mechanical design principles, and equipment sizing
• Detailed knowledge of generator control modes including droop, isochronous, load sharing, and base load
• Experience programming and commissioning generator control systems from manufacturers such as Woodward, DEIF, and ComAp
• Experience programming and commissioning automation and control systems including PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms such as Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Schneider
• Proficiency in drafting electrical schematics using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical
• Advanced knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and industry practices including CSA, CEC, IEEE, and cUL
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and internal systems, with expert level capability in MS Excel and advanced capability in MS Project
• Experience evaluating cost options for complex technical solutions

Assets

• Knowledge and experience with Data Centers and their backup power systems
• Knowledge and experience with Medium Voltage and High Voltage design
• Knowledge and experience with Protection and Coordination Studies
• Knowledge and experience with grounding and bonding design

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.