Junior P&C/SCADA Engineer
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in detailed P&C and SCADA design within the Canadian electric utility, industrial power, or engineering consulting sectors.
- Working hours
- 20 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.
Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.
At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
Welcome to CIMA+
Job DescriptionThe CIMA+ offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization. CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise
markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
As a junior Protection and Control (P&C)/SCADA Engineer, you will be working with a team of P&C detailed designers and SCADA designers and contribute to large-scale electrical energy projects. You will evolve in a multidisciplinary environment and develop skills by collaborating with experienced professionals, particularly on substation, hydroelectric power station, and renewable energy projects, with numerous clients across Canada.
Primary Responsibilities
- Detailed Engineering Deliverables: Prepare and update secondary design packages for substations and utility power systems, including single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line AC diagrams, protection schematics, logic/interlock diagrams, wiring schedules, panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- SCADA & Automation Design: Assist in developing SCADA network architecture topologies, I/O point mapping lists, DNP3/Modbus memory maps, and RTU/gateway configurations utilizing industry protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus).
- Station Service Systems: Perform basic load calculations and assist in designing AC/DC station service systems, including station battery, charger, inverter, and distribution board schematics.
- Interdisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with civil, structural, physical layout, and project management teams to deliver integrated, compliant substation engineering design packages.
- QA/QC & Work Package Updates: Participate in internal QA/QC reviews, attend client comment resolution meetings, and incorporate review markup updates to prepare packages for IFC (Issued for Construction).
- Field Engineering & Site Support: Conduct site surveys, support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and site commissioning, and participate in sporadic field visits for system startup, inspection, and monitoring under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Professional Registration: Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for registration (P.Eng. track) with EGBC or another Canadian provincial engineering association (e.g., APEGA, PEO).
- Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in detailed P&C and SCADA design within the Canadian electric utility, industrial power, or engineering consulting sectors.
- Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of utility protection philosophies, secondary control wiring, SCADA architecture, and Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs/relays).
- Software Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and CAD software or PDF markup tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu).
- Personal & Professional Attributes: Strong problem-solving skills, willingness to learn under technical mentorship, clear written and verbal English communication skills, and high integrity and commitment to safety and engineering excellence.
- Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.
At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
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
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.
CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.
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.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and update detailed protection, control, and SCADA design packages for substations and utility power systems, including diagrams, wiring schedules, network architecture, and station service systems. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, support QA/QC and construction package updates, and assist with site surveys, factory testing, commissioning, and field engineering activities.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and registration as an Engineer-in-Training, or eligibility for registration with a Canadian provincial engineering association, are required. The role seeks 1–3 years of relevant P&C and SCADA design experience, basic knowledge of utility protection, wiring, SCADA architecture and IEDs, proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAD or PDF markup tools, and strong communication, problem-solving, safety, and teamwork skills.
Skills
- Protection And Control Engineering
- SCADA Design
- Substation Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Secondary Design
- Single-Line Diagrams
- Protection Schematics
- Logic And Interlock Diagrams
- SCADA Network Architecture
- DNP3
- IEC 61850
- Modbus
- RTU And Gateway Configuration
- AC/DC Station Service Systems
- AutoCAD
- Bluebeam Revu
Benefits
- Group Benefits
- Employee And Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan With Up To 4% Employer Contribution
- Employee Share Purchase Opportunity
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Hybrid Work
- Work-Life Balance Policy
- Three To Five Weeks Of Vacation
- Tailored Training
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Consulting
Keywords
- Protection And Control
- SCADA
- Electrical Engineering
- Substations
- Utility Power Systems
- Single-Line Diagrams
- Three-Line AC Diagrams
- Protection Schematics
- Logic And Interlock Diagrams
- Wiring Schedules
- Panel Layouts
- Bills Of Materials
- SCADA Network Architecture
- I/O Point Mapping
- DNP3
- IEC 61850
- Modbus
- RTU
- Gateway Configuration
- Station Service Systems
- Station Batteries
- Chargers
- Inverters
- Relays
- AutoCAD
- Bluebeam Revu
- Factory Acceptance Testing
- Commissioning
- Engineer-In-Training