Electrical Engineer - HV Underground and Submarine Cables

Cima+

  • Montreal, QC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Company DescriptionWelcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you'll find a place where you'll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.
  • Job Description
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer specializing in high and extra-high voltage underground and submarine cables to join our Energy and Resources team.You will be responsible for the specification, design, installation, and maintenance of high voltage (HV) and extra-high voltage (EHV) underground and submarine cables, typically operating at 69 kV and above. As part of our passionate Transmission and Distribution (T&D) team, you will benefit from expert guidance and professional development opportunities.We offer a flexible hybrid work model, allowing you to work from home and from one of our offices. This position can be based anywhere in the province of Quebec, preferably in the metropolitan areas of Montreal, Quebec City, or Sherbrooke.Primary Responsibilities
  • Technical Calculations: Perform technical calculations for HV/EHV cable selection, including sizing, rated power, electromagnetic field (EMF) calculations, sheath-induced voltage calculations, and more.
  • Design and Specification of HV Cables: Develop specifications and detailed designs for HV/EHV cable systems, including cable layout specifications, testing protocols, and technical documentation.
  • Technical Support: Provide expertise on all aspects of HV cable engineering and design, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as IEC, IEEE, and CIGRE.
  • Project Coordination: Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure accurate interfaces and attend meetings with clients and subcontractors.
  • Testing and Commissioning: Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT), perform technical engineering calculations, and participate in commissioning activities at client sites.
  • Profile
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of direct experience in the design and installation of underground and/or submarine HV/EHV cables
  • Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible for registration
  • Proficiency in cable design software such as CYMCAP
  • Knowledge of applicable industry standards such as IEC, IEEE, and CIGRE
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a results-driven approach
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
  • Experience working with major and leading global cable equipment manufacturers
  • Fluency in written and spoken French
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English in a professional context in order to work on projects outside Quebec
  • Ability and willingness to travel within North America
Why choose CIMA+? Because We Offer You:
  • Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
  • Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family's needs
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
  • Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contribution
  • As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
  • 37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
  • Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
  • Work/Life balance policy across Canada
  • Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
  • Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
  • Mentoring programs at the local and national level
  • Tailored training to improve your existing skills
For more information on this career opportunity, please contact#LI-Hybrid
  • Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.Find out about .

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