Position Title:  Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

This position requires broad knowledge of electrical utility and substation engineering principles and practices acquired through progressive experience and education. This position requires a technical background in protection and controls to develop and implement designs for existing and new transmission and distribution projects. 

What You'll Do Here:

• Provide engineering and designs of the protection and controls for electrical utility projects.
• Proficiency working on protection and control drawings including one-line diagrams, relay protection, control schematics, instrumentation and alarm schematics, SCADA controls, racks and panels views, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and bill of materials.
• Work collaboratively with electrical layout designers, civil designers, electrical project engineers, system protection engineers, construction supervisors, and construction field personnel.
• Conduct site walkdowns as required to assess field conditions, evaluate and develop scope of work, and meet with client personnel and other stakeholders to collaborate on project requirements. 
• Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers and review technical documentation including vendor drawings.
• Participate in technical discussions as needed by the project team(s).
• Be an active participant and contributor to improvements in standards and design processes.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of electrical utility experience and knowledge of electrical substations and switching stations equipment, e.g., transformers, circuit breakers, medium voltage switchgear, gas insulated substations (GIS), regulators, capacitor banks, disconnect switches, oil pumping plants, and associated electrical system for switching and substations and or outside plant electric distribution and/or transmission systems.
• Candidate must possess a proficient knowledge of protective relay schemes and applications, SCADA, metering, AC & DC power and controls, alarms, fiber optic communication and equipment monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of common substation configurations.  Knowledge of electrical distribution and/or transmission systems is a plus.
• Proficient in working on one-line controls, schematics for protective relays including microprocessor relays, control schematics, alarms, auxiliary power, SCADA and metering circuits, etc. and understanding of electrical layout drawings in order to effectively support projects.
• Proactive communicator with clear and concise writing and verbal communications skills.
• Experience adhering to project schedules and preparing man-hour estimates.
• Ability to write project status reports and assist in developing project task man-hour estimates
• Ability to work in an integrated project team environment and on multiple projects with minimum of supervision and be a good team player.
• Ability to adhere to company and client standards and guidelines, comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Possess a high standard for attention to detail and take pride in developing a quality deliverable.
• Computer skills: MS Office (Word, Excel), Microstation, AutoCAD, Acrobat, etc.
• Because the job requires driving to company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driver history.
• Advanced degree or technical training, P.E license a plus.
• Familiarity with utility best practices, IEEE, ASME, NESC and NEMA Standards.
• Familiarity with PSEG standards and procedures.

Due to the nature of work that United performs, candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United State

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.