Engineering Technician / Grimsby Power

Engineering Technician

Grimsby Power is located in the Town of Grimsby, on the western edge of the Region of Niagara.  Grimsby Power serves over 12,000 customers and is committed to providing the Town of Grimsby with an economical, safe and reliable supply of energy.

Grimsby Power is looking for an Engineering Technician to be able to design the distribution infrastructure including all projects and connections.  This position will provide information and technical services to the customers of the utility, or their agents, including, but not limited to, estimating costs of services and specifications for projects, transformer evaluation, site inspections, equipment testing and computer aided drafting.  This includes both Engineering and Metering design and implementation.

If you aspire to take part in the design of distribution and station projects by utilizing computer applications, and are organized, detail oriented, and results focused then this position should be one of interest.

The successful applicant will have the following minimum qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of experience in an electrical engineering discipline involving design, construction, and commissioning of electrical equipment;
• Possess an in-depth knowledge of design standards and regulations pertaining to the electrical equipment area of expertise;
• Proficient at computer applications (MS Office, AutoCad);
• Experience with ArcGIS (ArcMap and GISPRO)
• Experience with distribution system modeling software (DESS is preferred);
• Knowledge of protecton and control and distribution automation is an asset
• Experience in the utility industry will be an asset

Education Required Licenses or Special Requirements: 

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (2 year or 3 year);
• Certified Engineering Technician (C.E.T.);
• Valid Class G driver’s license with a clean abstract;
• Post or continuing educational courses would be an asset

Grimsby Power is dedicated to developing a highly skilled and motivated workforce.  We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wage rates, medical and dental benefits, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Qualified applicants are invited to forward their letter of application and resume, which clearly demonstrates how they meet the requirements of the position, by September 24, 2024.  Please reference “Engineering Technician” in the subject line.

Human Resources

Grimsby Power Incorporated

231 Roberts Road

Grimsby, ON L3M 5N2

Email: careers@grimsbypower.com

The full Job Description is available on Grimsby Power’s website https://www.grimsbypower.com/

No phone calls please.  Grimsby Power is an equal opportunity employer.  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.