Engineering Technologist - Electrical Power Distribution

Work setting

• Office
• General office

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Design and develop power equipment and systems
• Design, develop and test power equipment and systems
• Install equipment
• Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation
• Maintain equipment
• Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements
• Service equipment
• Supervise the building and testing of prototypes
• Test power equipment and systems
• Assist in design, development and testing
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Write specifications
• Install, maintain and service equipment
• Assist in inspecting, testing and adjusting electronic components
• Calibrate electronic equipment and instruments
• Assist in building and testing prototypes to specifications
• Collect and compile operational or experimental data
• Conduct or supervise the installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems
• Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Data analysis software
• Database software
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word
• Programmable logic controller (PLC)
• SolidWorks software
• Lean Six Sigma
• Python

Equipment, eystems and controls experience

• Robotic equipment and systems
• Electric motors, generators, drives and motor controls
• Electronic testing equipment and systems

Area of specialization

• Design
• Development
• Testing

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Dependability
• Dedication

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan