Electrical Engineer - Northland Power : Job Details

Who We Are:At Northland, we're enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.Since our inception, we've been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.We're a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we're uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We've expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset. While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.What You'll Do:As Electrical Engineer, you will support the development and delivery of projects. Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, you will support the development, construction, and entry into operation of solar PV and wind power generation as well as energy storage systems, located primarily in the State of New York. Working alongside the engineering, construction, development, and other project support teams, you will conduct technical suitability for chosen power generation technology. In addition to this, you will manage electrical interconnection processes/grid integration of new generation facilities, from the feasibility study stage through to market entry.Key Responsibilities:Manage and direct project engineering firm(s) retained to complete design work and collaborate with the engineering team to review electrical studies and designs provided by such project engineering firm(s).Assist in the preparation and review of project technical scope documents, including procurement of major electrical equipment.Assist in the development of capital and operating costs for project Pro-forma in consultation with Northland's project finance team.Assess and select EPC contractors and participate in the development and negotiation of EPC contracts.Develop inspection plans for electrical infrastructure and direct project field engineers to conduct such inspections.Coordinate equipment supply, electrical installation, testing, and commissioning work by substation contractor, balance of plant contractor, and equipment supplier(s).Collaborate with civil, structural, and mechanical experts to ensure the successful integration of electrical equipment into plants.Coordinate with contractors and equipment suppliers to ensure interfaces between systems are correctly designed and implemented.Coordinate market entry processes including equipment registration and system operator compliance testing.Review acceptance testing and inspection procedures prepared by contractors and equipment suppliers for compliance with contract requirements and industry standards and assist the site quality team with reviewing test and inspection results.Manage contractors and equipment suppliers to ensure system punch lists are closed out.Coordinate construction and handover of substations and transmission lines to the local utility to support the interconnection of projects.Assist the documentation control team to ensure the successful completion of the project turnover to the operations team.Who You Are:Methodical and organized: You can effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a deadline-driven environment and are known to create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.Strong communicator: Your spoken and written communication is excellent, and you can influence your internal and external stakeholders coming from varied cultural backgrounds.Proactive problem solver: You have the ability to anticipate and prevent problems and roadblocks before they occur while effectively working with team members and management to resolve complex problems.Flexible: You are agile in your approach and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You recognize the simultaneous need for rigorous adherence to processes and the flexibility to adapt to inevitable changes along the way.An influencing leader: You feel comfortable working with cross-functional teams and influencing and motivating teams with no direct authority over them.Qualifications and Experience:Electrical Engineering degree and professional Engineering designation.Minimum of 4 years of direct and experience in conventional or renewable power, in particular high voltage substations design and construction with a strong emphasis on protection and control systems as well as SCADA. Experience in operations and maintenance as well as energy storage systems will be considered an asset.Successful candidate will be expected to reside in the State of New York and to travel to the project sites during construction (approximately 40% of the time) to support Northland's site construction teams.What's In It for You: Our employees are the driving force behind our achievements. We are unwavering in our commitment to not only recognize your contributions but also to empower you to excel in every aspect of your life. Here's a glimpse of why Northland is the place where you'll truly thrive: Presence with purpose - You can take advantage of our hybrid model (team-dependent, you work from wherever makes you most comfortable). Our Workplace Reimagined framework also offers flex time so you can define your work schedule within certain parameters.Thoughtful benefits - You will have access to a range of benefits including paid parental leave, country specific and paid benefits that will cover you and your family just to name a few.Wellbeing first - Staying true to our taking care of ourselves and each other value, you will have access to our global Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program, including access to mental health resources.Birthdays off - You will get your birthday off work so you can celebrate however you choose. This is a paid day off to do what is important to you!Continuous Learning support- You will gain new skills by accessing LinkedIn Learning's on-demand platform with 16,000+ courses in multiple languages, and by taking advantage of our education reimbursement program.Please note, our benefits do vary depending on location so if you are applying for a role that's advertised in multiple locations, each country will have specific benefits.We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds. If you're excited about a role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with this job description, we still encourage you to apply. Learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging commitmentsDisclaimerThis document is a guide. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the jobs as described herein are not inclusive and are subject to change.Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment. As part of our commitment we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department.#LI-OV1#LI-HYBRID