Electrification & Renewables Engineer in Edmonton

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. 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. We care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team.

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professionals 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.

Are you a leader passionate about transportation electrification and renewable energy? This is an opportunity to get involved in a dynamic and growing team and to leverage your talent in technical skills and project delivery across various scopes. The successful candidate will lead, design and execute projects with support from various CIMA disciplines.

Primary Responsibilities

• Mentor local engineering team and provide guidance to assemble deliverable packages for different types of delivery models.
• Contribute to and manage technical design related to renewable energy (Solar, Wind, BESS, Microgrid) and fleet & personal vehicle electrification projects across Western Canada.
• Design and evaluate behind-the-meter Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Develop high-voltage (HV) utility interconnection packages, including Protection & Control (P&C) coordination, single-line diagrams, and primary service entrance sizing.
• Apply best practices and identify innovative solutions; carry out engineering analyses, studies, design and construction oversight.
• Liaise with clients, local Utilities, project team members, cross-sector colleagues and other stakeholders regarding project requirements.
• Attend, participate in, and lead client technical meetings.
• Perform site visits for assessment, inspections, construction support and commissioning for projects.
• Manage budget, schedule and quality of the projects.
• Training and knowledge transfer follow-up.
• Respond to RFPs, participate in and prepare proposals and support business development.

Profile

• University Degree in Engineering, Electrical or Renewable Energy engineering preferred.
• Registered member of a Professional Engineering association in Canada.
• Over 10 years of experience, with 5 years of relevant experience in the field of transportation electrification, renewable energy, mining, manufacturing, and/or building electricity.
• Demonstrated experience managing utility interconnection applications for load or generator connections and involvement in utility System Impact Studies (SIS) is an asset.
• Interpersonal skills that encourage and foster teamwork, great technical skills for writing studies and reports, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passionate about Energy Transition and other Renewable Energy Technologies.
• Familiarity with policies, standards, guidelines, rules and regulations as applicable to North American energy markets will be an added advantage.
• Fluent in English; oral and written.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.

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.
• 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. 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 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.