What You'll Do The role of the Studies Engineer is to be part of a multidisciplinary engineering team to help deliver Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables projects to a successful completion. Under supervision of a principal engineer and discipline lead, the studies engineer will support a team of engineers, designers and project managers to develop/design/execute and support Rising Edge projects through clear strategy and a proactive commitment.
Key ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
- Apply Rising Edge Group's safety values and culture, fostering a safe and positive work environment.
Consistently representing the company in a professional and diligent manner. - Establish and maintain strong working relationship with internal and external stakeholders, design team, authorities, utilities, and associated organizations.
- Maintaining and improving existing engineering processes
- Create, review, understand engineering documents. (i.e. design base memorandum, detailed engineering scope, engineering and construction work plans)
- Seek, complete and record evidence of, continuing professional development (CPD) in accordance with the requirements of the relevant professional Institution
- To contribute and assist, as required by the Projects Engineering Lead, Discipline Lead, or Principal Engineer
- To have thorough knowledge of and compliance with Rising Edge Group procedures and standards
- Provide guidance and mentorship to the design team through project execution and QAQC reviews.
- Create detailed technical calculations, models, design studies and technical reports to meet client(s) requirements, using ETAP, CDEGS, XGSLab, CYMCAP, PSCAD or other software
- Complete detailed reviews of electrical studies completed internally, and completing QA reviews of studies completed by subcontractors
- Support the discipline lead and principal engineer in reviewing bid documents, proposals and studies estimates
- Assist in the specification of major equipment ratings
- Assist in the development of internal calculation tools, processes, and general training
- Apply and maintain knowledge of relevant and new legislations, standards, regulations, guides and best practise to projects
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, assistance and feedback to the design team
RequirementsWhat We're Looking For- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required
- P.ENG Registered with APEGA (or other provincial association)
- 4+ years of studies experience in the Utilities industry
- Proficient in short circuit, load flow, reactive compensation, grounding, arc flash, collector system ampacity studies in transmission, power generation and renewables projects
- Experience in industrial studies (harmonics, protection coordination, motor starting), and EMT transient studies is an asset but not required
- Excellent knowledge of relevant legislations, standards, regulations, guides and best practice (CSA, ANSI, IEC and IEEE standards.)
- Proficient ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
- Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines
- Navigate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks
- Proven track record of good attendance and performance.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written (reporting, graphical) communication skills with ability to work in a team environment, positively influence others, and develop strong internal and external relationships.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic changing environment with multiple, occasionally conflicting, priorities.
Additional Information As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.
BenefitsBenefits - Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
- Generous paid time off
- RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
- Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
