Junior P&C/SCADA Junior Engineering professional in Edmonton

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The CIMA+ offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. 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. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects.

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.

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.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• 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.

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, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution, and work/life balance policy across Canada.

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.

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.