Join a team that does more than generate and deliver electricity through its work; join a team that powers growth and advances communities. Seeing beyond the project at hand, you’ll work with us to advance the industry and build your career. We operate with the strength of a $3B company and have the agility of a specialized power group, and work on some of the most challenging and cutting-edge projects around the world. Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or grid modernization, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, thermal generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s HVDC Center of Excellence is looking for a Senior HVDC and FACTS Project Engineer to work with our globally recognized team on HVDC and FACTS projects around the world. As an HVDC and FACTS project engineer you will support our clients by performing front end engineering design activities, developing technical specifications, evaluating tenders, reviewing design submissions, witnessing factory tests and supporting commissioning activities.

The position also involves participating in business development activities, participating in industry technical committees, writing technical papers, - as well as preparing and presenting technical presentations. 

Your Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have 10 plus years of experience in the study, design, specification, construction, testing and commissioning of HVDC and FACTS transmission systems and possess some or all of the following skills:

Knowledge of the application and operation of HVDC/FACTS. Knowledge of HVDC/FACTS design including knowledge of valves, valve cooling, reactors/capacitors, transformers, controls etc. Experience in preparing technical specifications and tender documents for HVDC converters and FACTS devices, evaluating bids, performing design reviews, witnessing factory tests and on-site commissioning. Knowledge in the control and protection of HVDC/FACTS technologies including witnessing and reviewing results from factory and on-site testing. Knowledge in studies associated with HVDC/FACTS and their application in power systems Knowledge of applicable codes and standards related to HVDC transmission and FACTS. Strong oral and, written skills. High level of interpersonal skills. Willingness to travel. Your Capabilities and Credentials Performing and leading assigned project tasks with minimal supervision. Guiding, mentoring and training of junior staff in the area of HVDC/FACTS. Representing the company in industry technical committees and working groups. Maintaining strong client and industry relationships. Participating in business development activities including proposal preparation and presentations as required. Staying current with industry developments. Education and Experience BSc in electrical engineering required. Minimum of 15 years of industry experience with at least 10 years of HVDC/FACTS experience. Registered or eligible for professional registration in Canada or the US.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.  There is consideration that this position can be remote, if desired.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.  #FeelingEnergized 

 

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