Senior Electrical Advisor, Transmission and Distribution

Job title: Senior Electrical Advisor, Transmission and Distribution

Job description: Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

As the Senior Electrical Advisor you will be responsible for supporting the maintenance, operations, and reliability of Fort Hills Transmission and Distribution (T&D) assets. You will also Perform electrical maintenance and operations activities safely and efficiently while providing active leadership with respect to Suncor’s EH&S policies and practices.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be an experienced Power System Electrician, Electrician, Engineering Technologist, and/or Electrical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience working on High Voltage Electrical System experience in Utilities, Mining, Oil & Gas or similar environment
• Must be a self-starter with demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• In depth knowledge of electrical principals, systems, switching and grounding procedures, the Alberta Electrical Utility Code (AEUC), the application of safety and technical requirements of the aforementioned
• Understanding of AESO regulatory requirements for ISD and the Electrical Regulatory Standards and Procedures applying to the Fort Hills ISD
• Strong understanding of commissioning & start-up, maintenance, and operations as related to the safe and efficient production of bitumen and the electrical system to drive and support
• Testing experience and understanding utility protection and control systems and schemes considered an asset. Including but not limited to transformer differential, distance protection, breaker failure schemes and program simulation/testing
• Familiar with computerized maintenance management systems (SAP)

Responsibilities:

• Execute maintenance activities including installation, troubleshooting and repairs to all systems / equipment to a high quality to ensure optimum reliability and availability
• Ensure that preventative maintenance guidelines are adhered to and maintain complete and accurate records associated with the technical and preventative aspects of this position
• Field inspection/verification and documenting of in-service electrical equipment
• Maintenance and testing of electrical substation equipment and apparatus using software driven testing methods and procedures to optimize efficiency and as per issued work orders
• Setting and performance qualification of microprocessor protective relays
• Functional verification of equipment, power system operating schemes, as well as SCADA/RTU and communication interface to HVCC and remote terminals
• Support planning, scheduling, and field monitoring of all maintenance activities on the area assets
• Assist in maintaining complete and accurate records associated with the technical and preventative aspects of this position
• Perform operational duties on the Transmission & Distribution System as directed by the Operator in Charge
• Emergency response support to forced outage situations as well as technical assistance and operational support for outages and outage response
• Actively participate in post event failure analysis and root cause discussions, and contribute to developing solutions
• Trouble shooting and corrective action repair of system anomalies or equipment deficiencies
• Support management and coordination of power system maintenance and turn around activities
• Provide stewardship and support to other business unit electrical departments upon Leadership request and approval
• Mentorship to other department personnel

Location and other Key Details:

• This position has been identified as safety sensitive
• The shift schedule is a 7 days on/ 7 days off rotation
• You will fly in and fly out to our Fort Hills location

Why Suncor?

Suncor’s operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company’s Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada’s Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations). Suncor is developing petroleum resources while advancing the transition to a low-emissions future through investment in power, renewable fuels and hydrogen.

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

Company: Suncor

Expected salary:

Location: Alberta

Job date: Sat, 26 Nov 2022 01:14:59 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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