Electrical Engineer | Utility Testing

Major Duties / Responsibilities:

• As a technical specialist, plan, perform and document equipment testing, maintenance activities, and consulting projects both in the field and laboratory settings.
• Be prepared to travel within the United States, Canada and elsewhere to complete projects.
• Develop an expertise in all aspects of power equipment including system utilization, design, fabrication, and factory and field testing.
• As a Subject Matter Expert utilize experience and knowledge in various transformer components and systems, including bushings, magnetic core, oil & paper insulation, on-load tap-changers, ratings and all associated instrumentation and diagnostic techniques.
• Assist in the development of marketing and business proposals in the area of power transformers.
• Assist in the negotiation and administration of contracts, including estimates of costs, schedule, and resources required.
• Develop and maintain expertise in the field of transmission and power transformers & cables through participation in national and international bodies such as Cigre, IEEE, CEA, and IEC.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (four-year) in electrical engineering with a power-systems focus.
• 5 (10-15) years of related experience with specialized expertise in the area of utility equipment testing (cables, transformers, apparatus, etc.) – from design through to inspection, assessment, maintenance techniques, ratings and life extension.
• General knowledge of transmission components such as transformers, circuit breakers, insulators, conductors, cables
• Experience in high-voltage testing is an asset.
• Must have excellent computer skills in MS Office apps, and some electronic skills.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing.
• Good presentation skills.