• job posting #2----Solar Photovoltaic Electrical Engineer (水城百事)

by william879, Thursday, January 20, 2011, 22:10 @ william879

We have an opportunity in our Kitchener or Markham Offices for a Solar Photovoltaic Electrical Engineer in our growing Power division within our Manufacturing / Industrial group. You are an excellent communicator, skilled problem-solver and independent worker, with a commitment to thrive in a proactive organization where client service and individual excellence are paramount. We offer you the opportunity to challenge your abilities in a dynamic and diversified team environment.

Designing both the DC and AC components of a Solar Photovoltaic system for distributed generation systems, you will be responsible for developing Single Line Drawings (SLD) for connection impact assessment and COVER process with HONI, preparing specifications for the procurement of Balance of Plant (BOP) electrical equipment and prepare scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.

Liaising with power authorities, clients and contractors and providing assistance you will also be responsible for managing SLD’s and development of accompanying documents in compliance with appropriate jurisdictions. Ensuring the delivery of stable and clean electricity, you will enjoy the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, with the liberty to take on a project management role as desired.

Qualifications:

* Solar Photovoltaic Experience (preferred but not mandatory)
* Electrical Engineer designation (Ontario P.Eng preferred )
* Residency in Ontario required
* A minimum of five years experience in the design of electrical systems and grid connections. Experience in design of transmission system and protection & controls, is an asset

Assets:

* Understanding of Consulting Engineering role in approvals process with (ESA, HONI, LDC, Municipality, etc.)
* PVSYST, PVSOL, PVWatts, RETScreen or other DC Design and Simulation tools
* Wire sizing and calculations for cable routing both within buildings and outside buildings
* Onsite construction support experience
* Grounding experience
* Experience with ETAP, SKM or Easypower required
* Power conductor selection and optimization
* Connection Impact Assessment and Short Circuit Analysis using DESS an asset