Senior High Voltage Technologist

Senior High Voltage Technologist

Location: 200 Evans Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Dexotech Power:

The leader in providing Power Engineering, Testing, Advanced Diagnostics and Root Cause Analysis. Dexotech is an employee owned, diverse, rapidly growing, socially responsible service company, with a global project portfolio.

Summary:

We are seeking a Senior High Voltage Technologist to lead and assist in all aspects of Power System services. .This position requires a deep passion for consistently achieving results at a high level, positively impacting coworkers and clients and preforming excellent work consistently and continuously. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Power System design, operation, commissioning and maintenance. Strong communication and technical writing skills is a must for this role.

What you have already achieved: (Requirements)

- Advanced College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, alternatively a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or higher.

- Canadian or USA utility experience and familiarity with utility work protection.

- Solid understanding of site regulations regarding Health, safety & environment.

- Knowledge of electrical calculation and computer applications.

- 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.

- Some knowledge of insulation science such as Partial Discharge and/or power factor considered an asset.

- Client relationship or account management experience.

- Ability to build rapport with clients and the sales team.

- Proven ability to create and implement innovative solutions.

- Assist with leading growth initiatives.

- Strong leadership qualities.

- A valid class G driver's license and experience with towing trailers. Higher class license and experience an asset.

- 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.

- Recent certifications in majority of health & safety training requirements, such as LOTO, confined space, working at heights a bonus.

What keeps you safe in High Voltage work environment: (Safety Requirements)

- Sharp mind, spatial awareness, and good hand eye coordination.

- The ability to lift 50-pound weights 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.

- 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.

What you will achieve in this role: (Expectations)

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

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

- Lead on 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.

- Lead technical staff with technical problems, project management issues and meeting safety requirements.

- Lead all aspects of the project from technical proposal to execution and close out.

- Be responsible for managing multiple projects 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1J7