Electrical Electronic Engineering jobs

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Electrical and Electronic Technologists

Competition #: NLH-RE-26-160

Status: Permanent and Term

Location: Happy Valley-Goose Bay or Wabush

Our employees are at the heart of what we do. We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.



GENERAL DUTIES (Protection & Control Technologist):
Installs, tests, performs maintenance and modifications on all protective relaying,

metering, instrumentation and control equipment associated with the provincial power grid, distribution systems and all generating systems, including electrical/electronic governors, excitation equipment, PLC’s, etc.; involved in the commissioning of major system components and troubleshooting and the testing of system components and protection and control schemes; prepares drawings, material lists and cost estimates for new and modified installations; prepares, maintains and updates system and equipment drawings and retains records; all other duties related to or associated with this classification.



GENERAL DUTIES (Distribution Technologist):
Performs customer related investigations, including power quality problems, damage claims, high consumption and radio interference; spots customer service attachments; obtains easements; provides material lists for distribution service extensions and upgrading as per distribution engineering standards; responsible for the installation, testing and interrogation of single and polyphase revenue metering and distribution line and protection equipment; coordination/analysis of system load studies; conducts meter audits; provides technical direction to line crews and Distribution Field Representatives on distribution line design, distribution engineering standards and system problem solving; investigates and recommends modifications to correct system/customer voltage problems on distribution systems; updates distribution drawings; prepares job estimates for scope and cost and applies policy and procedure in the preparation of CIAC’s and joint pole management documentation; corresponds with customers verbally and in writing regarding a wide range of policy and customer services related issues. All other duties related to or associated with this classification.



Responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation's Safety and Health Program. Responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner.



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation, successful completion of a two (2) or three (3) year electrical or electronic technology course from a recognized technical institute and either have completed the four (4) year training program established by the Corporation or have four (4) year’s experience as a technician in the discipline. Shall have a thorough knowledge of all regulations and safety rules. Must possess an appropriate valid driver’s license.

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Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.