Role

Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the Commissioning Technologist Student will be an integral part of the Commissioning team, gaining hands-on experience in the field with primary and secondary power equipment. You will assist in commissioning and testing equipment and learn how medium- to high-voltage substation power delivery systems operate, including breakers, switchgear, relays, transformers, and more. You will be paired with a senior team member who will mentor you and provide exposure to many different aspects of the industry, helping you build practical skills and a strong foundation for your future career.

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you’ll gain exposure to a variety of activities related to medium- and high-voltage power systems, including:

- Working safely alongside all members of the construction and commissioning team

- Assisting with testing and maintenance of electrical equipment

- Supporting the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control equipment in transmission substations

- Learning to read blueprints, analyze test reports, and identify potential improvements

- Working with high-voltage equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, switches, and control circuits for protection and monitoring systems

- Calibrating electronic equipment and instruments as needed

- Using industry-standard test equipment, including:

- TTR (Transformer Turns Ratio) testers

- Omicron secondary test sets

- Winding resistance testers

- Omicron CPC 100

- CT saturators

What You’ll Learn:

- Hands-on experience with substation commissioning and electrical testing

- Industry standards and safety practices for medium- and high-voltage systems

- How to work with and interpret technical drawings and reports

- Practical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Requirements

Who We’re Looking For:

- Currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program (Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Power Systems, or similar)

- Strong interest in learning about electrical power systems

- Comfortable working in a team environment and following safety procedures

- Detail-oriented with good communication skills

- Eager to learn and take guidance from senior team members

- Able to work out of town on a shift rotation (e.g. 4 and 3, 8 and 6, etc.)

- Willing to take a drug and alcohol test according to local laws

Why Join Us:

- Mentorship from experienced professionals

- Exposure to real-world commissioning and testing projects

- Opportunity to develop valuable skills for a career in the electrical power industry

- Hands-on experience with a variety of industry equipment

Benefits

- Paid Time Off

- Training & Development

- Employee Assistance Program - Counseling