Senior Protection & Control Field Specialist – Technologist, Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Lead the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of protective relays, DFRs, RTUs, PLC systems, and telecom equipment.

• Conduct advanced testing for transmission systems, buses, transformers, and generation assets.

• Configure and commission advanced relay systems, including SEL (311C, 311L, 387, 411L, 421, 487, 587, 787) and GE relays (C30, D60, L90, T60, etc.).

• Supervise SCADA/RTU integration and upgrades.

• Interpret and validate protection schemes and settings.

• Lead field teams while mentoring junior and intermediate staff.

• Directly interface with clients and offer technical guidance.

• Troubleshoot complex issues and implement effective solutions.

• Ensure accurate reporting and maintain project documentation.

• Advocate for a strong safety culture.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7–15 years of progressive field experience in protection and controls.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Advanced experience with SEL relay families.

• Experience with GE relays is a strong asset.

• Proficiency in RTU and communication systems (GE, SEL, Novatech, etc.).

• Demonstrated leadership and client-facing experience.

• Excellent technical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel.

• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

• Nice to have: NETA Certification (or currently pursuing certification).

🏝️ Benefits

• Ongoing training and manufacturer certifications.

• Strong safety-first culture.

• Supportive, highly skilled team environment.

• Long-term career growth opportunities.