Electrical Engineer, Electrical Apparatus (hydroelectric power plants)

Overview Your future role on our team. Our electrical engineering team is recognized for its expertise in energy and complex electrical infrastructure and plays a key role in developing, refurbishing and optimizing hydroelectric power plants across Canada. Driven by the energy transition and the need to modernize existing assets, our projects cover the entire life cycle of these facilities, from preliminary studies to commissioning. To support the growth of our hydropower work, we’re looking for an electrical engineer specialized in electrical apparatus. You’ll be supported by experienced multidisciplinary teams and take part in major projects that draw on your technical skills and your understanding of high-power environments. With us, you’ll get the opportunity to design electrical power systems for hydroelectric power plants, including medium- and low-voltage switchgear.

Responsibilities

Design electrical power systems for hydroelectric power plants, including medium- and low-voltage switchgear

Participate in preliminary and feasibility studies as well as detailed engineering

Develop layout and installation engineering for electrical apparatus, including:

Medium-voltage cabinets

Medium- and low-voltage bus ducts

Auxiliary service transformers

Low-voltage electrical power centres

Prepare and review engineering deliverables, such as general arrangement drawings, elevations, construction details, single-line diagrams, material lists and cable schedules

Perform or verify the electrical calculations required to size and select electrical apparatus and power cables

Help select equipment, review vendor technical data and estimate quantities

Draft technical specifications for installation work

Coordinate your work with other disciplines involved, including structural, civil, heavy and auxiliary mechanical, control and protection, building and architecture

Conduct site surveys and visits, help with technical support activities on site and during commissioning phases and participate in factory and site acceptance tests, when required

Supervise the work of CEPs and technologists on the team

Qualifications and Certifications

University degree in electrical engineering

Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec

Ten years of proven experience in electrical engineering, ideally in hydroelectric power plant projects or power installations

Knowledge of utility standards and practices

Strong command of design methods for electrical power and distribution systems

Experience with design software (e.g., AutoCAD and similar tools)

Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec

Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including the Québec Electrical Code

Total Rewards

Annual base salary

Annual premium program for all regular employees

Onsite mobility premium

Time bank

Cellphone fee reimbursements

Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Premium for employee referrals

Benefits

Access to many experts and coaching

A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home

A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy

A growing business with many opportunities

On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are a priority

About BBA For over 45 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution. BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

Our goal is to ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do everything we can to build a workplace where all of our employees want to excel and where they feel respected, heard and valued. Every day. Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, and we have been recognized as a 2024 Best Employer by Mercer. We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language. Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.

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