Technologist - Instrumentation & Control

Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

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The Opportunity

Position: Technologist (Instrumentation and Control)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: 800 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON

Department: Line Asset Management

Reports to: Principal Engineer (High Current Lab)

Hours per week: 40

Number Required: 1

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

If you want to work for a purpose-driven company where you’ll see the real impact of your work, apply today.

General Accountabilities

Primary purpose of this job to operate the HCL station. Participate within a team of technologists in the High Current Lab (Lines Asset Management Department) to provide technical support and testing services in areas such as test development, test construction, test operation, technical analysis and preparation of test reports in relation to equipment testing and arc testing on fabrics. Perform testing in high current laboratory to determine the performance, condition, and standard compliance of electrical apparatus, such as transformers, switches, breakers, grounding equipment, and connectors; and assess the performance of PPE, etc. Gain knowledge of the equipment and experience to become familiar with the operating procedures.

Assist or carry out laboratory tests for studies/projects by developing and installing data acquisition systems, sensors and other monitoring and diagnostic equipment/instrumentation. Innovate and program controller modules, such as Raspberry Pie, for automation of the operation and protection of certain tests such as endurance tests on switches. Maintain test equipment, instrumentation and facilities needed for the laboratory and field test sites. Complete test data sheets, prepare progress reports and other reports such as routine test reports and equipment packing/shipping reports. The initial assignment is within the Line Asset Management (LAM) Department.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

What You Need To Succeed

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.