Associate Electrical Engineer

Job Description Why should you join our team?

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.

For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.

Reporting to the Director – Engineering. Working in the Engineering team, the Electrical Engineer will support the development, construction and operation of wind, solar and hydro facilities in Innergex’s portfolio of projects. The Electrical Engineer understands the project life cycle, and will work across multiple teams and departments to ensure the delivery of high-quality, and reliable projects.

- Work with the Electrical Engineer for the design of design for Wind and Solar and substation SCADA, supervise/manage field implementation;

- Manage interconnection construction and implementation of network and interconnection facilities upgrades, interconnection agreement compliance;

- Work with the Electrical Engineer to draft specifications and documentation for EPC contracts and/or engineering consultants. Review electrical designs and studies;

- Support bidding processes, RFP development, proposal analysis and recommendation; technical input into major contracts including equipment supply agreements, power purchase agreements and balance of plant agreements;

- Review and approve construction drawings to ensure all engineering standards, construction standards and safety codes are met;

- Respond to requests for information (RFIs), review and approve submittals;

- Provide construction site engineering and commissioning support including inspection and monitoring of electrical installation;

- Develop operating procedures, joint operating orders and work instructions required to comply with regulatory bodies;

- Provide technical support and guidance to the electricity reliability compliance team with interpreting standards and supporting external audits;

- Oversee testing and electrical compliance studies during commissioning and operations;

- Provide engineering operational and project management support to operating facilities. Support troubleshooting, equipment performance analysis, warranty claim investigation and root cause analysis;

- Provide SCADA support to operating wind and solar projects including troubleshooting, modifications and improvements;

- Interface with other technical disciplines, project management, construction, accounting and finance teams as necessary through all phases of assigned projects.

Your skills, our requirements!

- Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) is required to ensure collaboration with different stakeholders outside of Quebec on a regular basis;

- A minimum of 5 years of experience as an electrical engineer;

- Degree in Electrical Engineering;

- P.E./P.Eng. preferred;

- Renewable Energy or heavy industrial experience preferred;

- Knowledge of high voltage electrical designs for industrial applications, ideally including experience with wind or solar projects;

- Enthusiastic, professional and confident personality with a focus on customer success and team player attitude.

Additional considerations!

- The position be based in the company's Longueuil (Quebec) headquarters

- This position is a P2 level.

Our benefits!

- Competitive salary and annual bonus;

- Three weeks vacation to start and paid vacations during the holiday season;

- 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services through dialogue (or telemedicine) for permanent positions;

- Group retirement plans with employer participation;

- Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;

- Hybrid work model;

- Career development opportunities;

- Offices accessible by public transportation.

Innergex is an equal opportunity employer that values each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Innergex is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. The key to our success as a global company is to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.