Job Description

SEM, on behalf of our client, requires the services of one or more individuals with either protection & controls or electrical engineering experience to join its engineering and project management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Project Manager(s) on various projects
• Review tender packages prepared by other consultants and contractors
• Review shop drawings prepared by contractors and vendors
• Prepare tender packages for contracts
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs)
• Provide technical input as a design team member for projects and other technical documentation
• Direct and supervise consultants and contractors during the completion of specific engagements
• Review and approve reports prepared by consultants
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) as required
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction activities, verify project progress, and provide support to site teams
• Facilitate effective communication across stakeholders;
• Review and approve technical documentation, including commissioning;
• Assist with project closeout activities, ensuring smooth transition of completed assets to operations;
• Promote continual improvement through lessons learned, innovative approaches, and sharing best practices with other project teams;
• Submit timesheets and documentation in accordance with project management requirements;

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree (Electrical) with a minimum of 8 years experience
• Currently hold Professional Engineer designation from the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL) association
• Experience in the configuration and programming of PLCs and DCS
• Experience in network architecture design
• Experience in preparing and using logic and wiring diagrams;
• Experience in the design and or fabrication of electrical utility equipment, including but not limited to switchgear, motor control centers, lighting, transformers, breakers, etc.
• Experience in supervising equipment installation and commissioning
• Relevant experience in complex, multi-discipline projects
• Experience in selecting, setting and troubleshooting protective relays
• A working knowledge of communication protocols
• Proven and demonstrated communication skills
• Ability to thrive as a participant and/or leader within a multi-discipline team of both internal and external resources
• Relevant experience in the design, implementation and troubleshooting of protection and or control systems in general with emphasis on hydro generation plants or electrical transmission systems or equivalent
• Experience in design, managing construction contracts and commissioning
• Experience in preparing project estimates
• Excellent computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and changing project demands

Anticipated Start Date: April 20th, 2026

Anticipated End Date: December 31st, 2026 (possible extension)