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Protection and Control Specialist

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT POWER PRECISION
Power Precision Inc. located in Bathurst and Dieppe New Brunswick, has over 18 years experience designing and building electrical power distribution and control equipment to support mining, pulp & paper, smelting, power distribution and generation industries. Power Precision’s specialties include modular substations, substation protection, self-contained E-house and control buildings motor and generator control panels, electrical switchgears, controls, metering and breaker refurbishment.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Power Precision’s team is growing!
If you are a committed, detail‑oriented, and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovative environment, we want to hear from you.
We are currently seeking a Protection & Control Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, configuration, testing, and commissioning of protection and control systems for substations and electrical infrastructure, working closely with engineering, field, and commissioning teams to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant system performance. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands‑on experience with relay protection and control equipment, and a collaborative approach to supporting projects from concept through commissioning.
This position also involves travel to various customer and project sites throughout the Maritimes; the primary focus is to perform maintenance and commissioning activities.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:   
Maintain or Commission Power distribution equipment including Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, HV Switches and Instrument Transformers       
Perform Short Circuit & Coordination Study or Arc Flash Study. Perform site data collection when required      
Create or Modify Single Line and Three Line Drawing using AutoCAD      
Be safety conscious and have the willingness to learn Electrical Lockout/Tag-out procedures and gain Electrical Safety Awareness     
Read and interpret electrical AC & DC schematics, AC three-line, logic diagrams and SLDs. Inspect, test, operate and troubleshoot AC & DC control and protection wiring schematic       
Be familiar with industry specific codes and Standards (CEC, IEEE, and NETA)     
Ability and willingness to travel for out of town for commissioning or maintenance projects    
May be required to provide emergency services to the company's customers on short notice      
Required to work in an industrial and outdoor substation environment, services will be performed within Health and Safety standards and regulations
Familiarity or willing to gain familiarity with testing different types of high voltage and low voltage equipment     
Report, record, compute and process electrical test information in accordance with accepted standard practices

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Quality and detail oriented
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Continuous Learning
  • Customer Focus
  • Holds Self and Others Accountable
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Values and Respects Others
  • Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Electrical Engineering Degree or Electrical Engineering Technology 
  • 5+ years of experience in the Electrical industry may substitute for education requirements
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • 3-5 years’ experience hands-on testing with protection & control, or engineering technology     
  • Relay testing with Omicron or Doble       
  • SCADA, RTU and Communication Systems
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQIREMENTS
  • Construction scheduling, planning, and execution      
  • Able to read electrical drawings      
  • Established electrical utilities practices, procedures and techniques     
  • Applicable local and provincial labour codes      
  • Organization and time management    
  • Willing and able to travel within the Atlantic Region      
  • Valid New Brunswick Class 5 Driver’s License      
  • Security clearance

Submit your application to https://precision-power.breezy.hr/p/65667601c6c901-protection-control-specialist/apply

If you are an existing Power Precision or Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor
of your interest and intent to apply before applying.


Bathurst, Canada
Permanent

Electrical Technician

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT POWER PRECISION
Power Precision Inc. located in Bathurst and Dieppe New Brunswick, has over 18 years experience designing and building electrical power distribution and control equipment to support mining, pulp & paper, smelting, power distribution and generation industries. Power Precision’s specialties include modular substations, substation protection, self-contained E-house and control buildings motor and generator control panels, electrical switchgears, controls, metering and breaker refurbishment.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Power Precision’s team is growing! 
If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Technician to join our team in Bathurst, New Brunswick. Working in a fast-paced industrial environment, the successful candidate will support the assembly, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment, both within our shop environment and at customer sites. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, a strong commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a skilled team. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:·      
  • Test, repair, and assemble electrical equipment and related components in accordance with specifications    
  • Read and interpret electrical AC and DC schematics       
  • Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical equipment at customer sites     
  • Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate diagnostic tools
  •  Electrical point to points, labeling on all associated wiring including wiring integrity      
  • Redline and mark up drawings as required       
  • Be familiar with industry specific codes and Standards (CEC, IEEE, NETA)        
  • Ability to work effectively in both indoor and outdoor work environments       
  • Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned       
  • Environmental requirements will range from frequent to occasional lifting, carrying, bending and reaching       
  • Follow all safety policies and procedures and use PPE as required       
  • Complete required documentation and service reports accurately

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Change Orientation
  • Continuous Learning
  • Customer Focus
  • Holds Self and Others Accountable
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Values and Respects Others
  • Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Licensed Electrician, Registered Electrical Apprentice (Construction and/or Industrial), or Electrical Technologist       
  • Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant electrical experience will be considered
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a panel shop, control panel assembly, or industrial/commercial electrical environment
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQIREMENTS
  • Able to read electrical drawings        
  • Ability to take initiative, work independently and proactively with minimal supervision     
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality     
  • Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills    
  • Organization and time management       
  • Ability and willingness to travel within the Atlantic Region when required     
  • Valid New Brunswick Class 5 Driver’s License       
  • Security clearance

Submit your application to https://precision-power.breezy.hr/p/c9021106418801-electrical-technician/apply

If you are an existing Power Precision or Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor
of your interest and intent to apply before applying.


Bathurst, Canada
Permanent

Electrical Field Service Technician

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT POWER PRECISION
Power Precision Inc. located in Bathurst and Dieppe New Brunswick, has over 18 years experience designing and building electrical power distribution and control equipment to support mining, pulp & paper, smelting, power distribution and generation industries. Power Precision’s specialties include modular substations, substation protection, self-contained E-house and control buildings motor and generator control panels, electrical switchgears, controls, metering and breaker refurbishment.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Power Precision’s team is growing!
If you are a committed, detail‑oriented, and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovative environment, we want to hear from you.
We are currently seeking a Protection & Control Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, configuration, testing, and commissioning of protection and control systems for substations and electrical infrastructure, working closely with engineering, field, and commissioning teams to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant system performance. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands‑on experience with relay protection and control equipment, and a collaborative approach to supporting projects from concept through commissioning.
This position also involves travel to various customer and project sites throughout the Maritimes; the primary focus is to perform maintenance and commissioning activities.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:   
Maintain or Commission Power distribution equipment including Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, HV Switches and Instrument Transformers       
Perform Short Circuit & Coordination Study or Arc Flash Study. Perform site data collection when required      
Create or Modify Single Line and Three Line Drawing using AutoCAD      
Be safety conscious and have the willingness to learn Electrical Lockout/Tag-out procedures and gain Electrical Safety Awareness     
Read and interpret electrical AC & DC schematics, AC three-line, logic diagrams and SLDs. Inspect, test, operate and troubleshoot AC & DC control and protection wiring schematic       
Be familiar with industry specific codes and Standards (CEC, IEEE, and NETA)     
Ability and willingness to travel for out of town for commissioning or maintenance projects    
May be required to provide emergency services to the company's customers on short notice      
Required to work in an industrial and outdoor substation environment, services will be performed within Health and Safety standards and regulations
Familiarity or willing to gain familiarity with testing different types of high voltage and low voltage equipment     
Report, record, compute and process electrical test information in accordance with accepted standard practices

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Quality and detail oriented
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Continuous Learning
  • Customer Focus
  • Holds Self and Others Accountable
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Values and Respects Others
  • Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Electrical Engineering Degree or Electrical Engineering Technology 
  • 5+ years of experience in the Electrical industry may substitute for education requirements
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • 3-5 years’ experience hands-on testing with protection & control, or engineering technology     
  • Relay testing with Omicron or Doble       
  • SCADA, RTU and Communication Systems
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQIREMENTS
  • Construction scheduling, planning, and execution      
  • Able to read electrical drawings      
  • Established electrical utilities practices, procedures and techniques     
  • Applicable local and provincial labour codes      
  • Organization and time management    
  • Willing and able to travel within the Atlantic Region      
  • Valid New Brunswick Class 5 Driver’s License      
  • Security clearance

Submit your application to https://precision-power.breezy.hr/p/e4fed59f785b01-electrical-field-service-technician/apply

If you are an existing Power Precision or Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor
of your interest and intent to apply before applying.


Dieppe, Canada
Permanent