Senior Electrical Engineer

 

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. This goes beyond our technical applications and products. We must incorporate innovation into all aspects of our business to drive greater efficiency, create greater growth and strengthen our culture.

 

Westinghouse is committed to delivering innovative nuclear energy solutions by leveraging our global insights, CANDU expertise, collaborative mindset, and best-in-class technology. We are proud to play a key role in accelerating Canada's energy sustainability and achieving its net-zero goals and we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset when it comes to achieving that goal.

 

About the role:

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will apply advanced electrical engineering knowledge to support the design and analysis of nuclear products and projects. You will be responsible for electrical system design, power system studies, instrumentation and controls, engineering analysis, and system wiring activities supporting both operating plants and new build projects. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and the ability to develop and review high-quality engineering documentation while contributing to multidisciplinary project execution.

You will report to the Manager, Aux Electrical Systems and Equipment and be located at the Kitchener, Ontario Office. This position will be offered as a hybrid role. Employees working in hybrid roles are expected to work onsite at our Kitchener, Ontario Office 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering design and analysis for nuclear products and projects, including electrical system design, power system studies, instrumentation and controls, and system wiring
• Develop engineering design documentation such as technical evaluations, calculations, specifications, design change packages, and obsolete parts equivalencies
• Perform and support electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, grounding, arc flash, protection coordination, and related analyses
• Evaluate and apply standards, techniques, procedures, and criteria to support safe and compliant electrical designs
• Use engineering software tools such as ETAP, Mathcad, Maximo, or equivalent, and learn new tools
• Work with internal engineering and project teams to obtain information, coordinate work, and meet schedule requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of professional electrical engineering experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with electrical system design including load flow studies, short circuit analysis, protection coordination, protective relay settings, instrumentation and controls, and system wiring
• Experience with protection and control systems, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, and electrical distribution systems is preferred
• Experience with Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems, including field instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, PLCs, and control systems is preferred
• Knowledge of power plant systems and equipment; experience in nuclear, power generation, utility, industrial, or heavy industrial environments is preferred
• Experience developing procurement specifications, reviewing supplier proposals, and supporting operating plants with engineering documentation
• Experience with ETAP and other engineering software tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, DIALux, AVEVA E3D, or similar platforms is considered an asset

 

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $86,800 to $108,500 per year.

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy and reflects an immediate hiring need.

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Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse is a firm believer in fostering a workplace that is powered by inclusive leaders, teams and culture. This commitment separates us as a leader in our industry and differentiates from our competition. You will work closely with global leaders who will support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Together, and using the talents of our employees, we will advance technology and services to power a clean, carbon-free future.

 

Westinghouse offers great benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In Canada the following are representative of what we offer:

• Great compensation package
• Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacations, Flextime, Sick/Personal and Holidays
• We encourage healthy work-life balance and offer flexible schedules and with the potential to work from anywhere in Canada
• We pay 100% of the medical/dental/vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Incredible opportunity for growth in an innovation-driven, global company
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral and Recognition Program

 

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

 

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

 

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