Tuesday 22 November 2011

Manager, Electrical Engineering

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Job Description:
Our client has a requirement for an Manager, Electrical Engineering for a perm opportunity.  The positions are located in Iqaluit, Nunavut.


What makes this Special:
Our client has a prestigious reputation and excellent work environment. This position offers an opportunity for personal learning and to contribute to important initiatives that make a difference. Our client is actively screening resumes and scheduling interviews to fill this position, so let one our professional resource managers represent you to the client, promote your skills, and help you prepare.


Requirement or Qualifications:
Working in a team environment, and reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Manager, Electrical Engineering Section will be responsible and accountable for the supervision of technical staff, project management, project budgets, development and implementation of electrical standards, and the ongoing operation and administration of the Section. The Electrical Engineering Section provides electrical engineering services on capital projects, operations support, and distribution system analysis and design work undertaken by the Corporation.


Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Managing time efficiently to withstand stress due to high volume of work and conflicting priorities
  • Responding to multiple demands and prioritizing responses
  • Reviewing final designs of electrical system designs for the various facilities that our client constructs and/or operates
  • Signing the Corporation’s Engineering Permit Stamp for in-house Electrical design drawings
  • Performing technical reviews and providing quality assurance, with respect to applicable codes, standards and design accuracy, on electrical designs, specifications, quantity and cost estimates, tenders and contracts prepared in-house, by specialists or by engineering consultants
  • Recommending to the Director, Engineering, the electrical engineering work that is best done in-house and the work that needs to be contracted-out due to staff shortage or lack of in-house expertise
  • Initiating, developing, implementing and maintaining suitable Corporate electrical engineering standards for the safe, reliable operation of diesel generating stations and electrical distribution systems
  • Contributing to the preparation of the Corporation’s annual and five-year capital plans
  • Providing regular written and verbal progress reports to the Director, Engineering on capital, maintenance and Section matters
  • Preparing, submitting, and presenting to Executive Management, written technical reports, project briefs, and other technical and Section-related documentation
  • Ensuring that departmental policies and procedures comply with corporate standards
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of all Corporation information that comes to his or her attention
  • Managing staff involved in the electrical design, construction and commissioning of capital projects and maintenance work for diesel generating plants, alternative energy systems, and substation and electrical distribution systems, and hiring staff in consultation with the Director
  • Managing staff and projects to deliver a high-quality product and complete projects on schedule and on budget
  • Assigning and monitoring work of subordinate staff and ensuring that quality work is performed at all times
  • Performing project management functions on projects that have multidiscipline tasks and team members
  • Ensuring that projects are completed as per the design, on schedule and within budget
  • Providing technical support and advice, via the technical staff, on all electrical maintenance issues, as requested by Corporate operations staff in the Regions
  • Preparing and administering the annual operations and maintenance budget for the Electrical Engineering Section, and submitting the budget to the Director, Engineering for review and approval
  • Maintaining a high level of technical expertise by doing hands-on electrical design work, learning new methods applicable to the electrical engineering discipline, and attending courses and seminars on an ongoing basis, as well as exchanging information and expertise with other utilities, suppliers, consultants and contractors
  • Ensuring the overall integrity, design feasibility, and completion of engineering designs, project management, and commissioning of new projects
  • Ensuring that engineering standards are consistent with evolving utility industry practices
  • Working closely with Operations Management Team to ensure a common approach and develop best practices
  • Analyzing resource requirements based on backlog and potential business volume, making recommendations and implementing resource changes as approved Managing the Electrical Section efficiently and under minimum supervision
  • Performing annual employee evaluations to set new goals, recognize achievements, and establish developmental improvement and career development plans
  • Interpreting the Collective Agreement in partnership with HR
  • Identifying specific staff training and development requirements directly related to their position
  • Identifying high-potential and high-performing employees for development
  • Working to create a culture within the Engineering Department that respects all employees, and encourages and motivates them to improve Providing ongoing coaching and mentoring to ensure employee growth, confidence and independence


Required Qualifications Include:
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer with NAPEGG and/or eligibility for immediate membership in NAPEGG
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 10 years of senior-level electrical design, construction and project engineering/management experience, including at least 3 years directly related to diesel power generation and distribution system with a regulated utility
  • 2 years of experience supervising professional staff
  • Above-average verbal and written communication and organizational skills
  • Above-average interpersonal skills and ability to work and manage in a team environment
  • Ability to manage difficult situations such as technical, financial, capacity and safety issues as they arise
  • A high level of creativity and originality


Keywords:   Professional Engineer, NAPEGG, electrical engineering, electrical design, project engineering      


How to Apply:
Online:
To apply for this and other suitable exciting opportunities with Zylog Systems (Canada) Ltd., you can register and apply online at www.ZylogCanada.com
Email:
If you would like to email a copy of your resume for review, please reference this posted Job Number or Job Description in the subject line of your email for prompt identification and send your email with attached resume to resumes@zylog.ca


Company Overview:
Zylog is internationally ranked within the top 100 Global Recruitment Industry and one of the top three IT Professional Staffing Firms in Canada.  Zylog provides consulting services, software development, application migration, and recruiting services for permanent and contract positions. Zylog is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, HP Alliance One Partner, Telus Business Solutions Partner, Oracle Partner, and proudly represents Fortune 500, Government, Banking, Healthcare and IT organizations globally. Zylog leverages ISO 9001:2000 certified processes, industry best practices, and ownership of one of the largest professional talent databases in Canada. We are dedicated to the progress of our clients, consultants, and our community. Apply now or contact one of our experienced professional resource managers to help you find the perfect career to make the most of your unique skills and experience.


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