Senior High Voltage Field Service Engineer

Company Name: Dexotech
Location: Canada
Posted by:

Sean Parsi P.Eng.

Sean Parsi P.Eng.

Managing Director at Dexotech: Power Engineering | Testing | Analytics | Forensics

Dexotech is an employee owned, diverse, rapidly growing, socially responsible service company, with a global project portfolio.  

We are seeking a Senior High Voltage Field Service Engineer to lead field and laboratory technical projects. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of High Voltage power systems and system analysis. This position requires thorough knowledge of electrical construction activities, regulations, maintenance, design and engineering techniques.

Job Responsibilities:

·       Provide skilled technical assistance, quality service and advice on technical projects to clients while maintaining an absolute commitment to safety

·       Represent the company in an excellent fashion with a commitment to 100% client satisfaction

·       Assist in expanding the client portfolio and company reach

·       Serve as the company’s ambassador at conference and trade shows

·       Provide clients with recommendations for possible repairs or upgrades required through assessing technical issues on site

·       Assist other technical staff with technical problems, project management issues and meeting safety requirements

·       Manage all aspects of the project from technical proposal to execution and close out 

·       Be responsible for managing multiple small jobs through coordinating the effective use of technical staff, equipment and other resources, ensuring jobs are completed to client standards, and enforcing Dexotech policies and procedures

·       Provide mentorship, support and learning opportunities to junior technical staff, as well as hands-on site training on technical procedures

·       Contribute expertise to projects involving power cables, switchgear, transformers, protection relaying, power system design and/or turnkey substations

·       Travel to job locations, globally to perform or lead work

Qualifications:

·       At minimum a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

·       Minimum of 10 years, (+15 years preferred) of hands on experience with a demonstrated record in the industry

·       Canadian or USA utility experience a must

·       P.Eng, P.E. or qualified to attain in short duration

·       Must have solid understanding of site regulations regarding Health, safety & environment

·       Knowledge of electrical calculation and computer applications

·       Ability to integrate new technologies into daily work processes

·       Experience of working with other disciplines understanding their interface requirements in a multi disciplinary site

·       Sound acquaintances with Canadian electrical codes, CSA, NEMA, NETA and IEEE standards

·       Sound knowledge in electrical site acceptance test for digital relays, HV & MV switchgear, motors, cables and MCC

·       Sound knowledge in design and installation of High voltage and medium voltage power system including cables, motors & it’s control, protective relays, transformers, circuit breakers, LV variable frequency drives and MV/LV motor control centers and hazardous area classification

·       Technical certifications are considered an asset

·       Multilingual ability is considered an asset

·       Experience in the renewable sector considered an asset

·       PMP designation an asset

·       Knowledge of insulation science such as Partial Discharge and/or power factor considered an asset

Other Requirements:

·       Excellent organization, time management and negotiation skills

·       Strong leadership capabilities when needed

·       Be able to work autonomously or in a team structure; lead or follow as the occasion may require

·       Exceptional technical, analytical and numerical skills

·       Team player who will be committed to success of the team and organization

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·       Commitment to customer satisfaction

·       Recent certifications in majority of health & safety training requirements, such as LOTO, confined space, working at heights etc

·       A valid driver's license

·       Clean background check to meet plant access requirements

·       Ability to travel to USA and international destinations and/or obtain needed work permits, 50% or higher travel ratio may be required for this role

For safety reasons the following  abilities are deemed essential for the position:

·       The ability to lift 50-pound weights on regular basis

·       The ability to respond quickly to sounds on regular basis

·       The ability to move safely over uneven terrain on regular basis

·       The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations on constant basis

·       The ability to comprehend and follow electrical safety and approach distances

·       The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 20 pounds on occasional basis

·       The ability to work outdoors with varying temperatures which may be occasionally considered extreme

·       The ability to work safely in an aerial lifting device occasionally

·       The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day constantly

We offer you:

·       Autonomy, expertise and purpose

·       Competitive wages, profit sharing & stock options to the right candidate

·       A flexible work environment targeted to improve work/life balance and efficiency

·       Professional and personal development opportunities

·       Mentorship and guidance for exponential growth

·       An energetic, passionate and positive work atmosphere

·       Health and happiness of you and your family as a priority

Dexotech is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

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