About Chimax
Chimax Inc. is a professional engineering firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality substation, switchyard, and transmission and distribution line engineering to clients in the utility, renewable energy, oil and gas, and mining sectors. With strong presence in the utility sector, Chimax is expanding its electrical engineering services for transmission division.
The Opportunity
The Electrical Engineering Technologist will be a core technical contributor within Chimax’s Electrical Engineering Division, taking ownership of protection and control (P&C) design packages and working as part of a collaborative team of engineers, technologists, and designers. This role is well-suited to a technically capable individual who takes pride in accurate, well-organized design work and is eager to develop their skills within a growing and supportive engineering practice.
Responsibilities
- Develop AutoCAD Electrical and SDS P&C drawing packages, including single line diagrams, schematic and three-line diagrams, connection and wiring diagrams, and cable schedules; support drawing set-up and the development of standard templates.
- Perform raceway fill calculations, cable tray loading calculations, cable selection and sizing, and other relevant technical calculations.
- Develop communications and SCADA architecture schemes, including points lists, RTU configurations, and HMI configuration files.
- Support electrical system studies including grounding, cable ampacity, load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and relay coordination using established engineering software platforms.
- Develop and verify protection relay setting files.
- Conduct site visits to collect field data, interface with clients, and provide technical support during the construction phase of projects.
- Adhere to all Chimax workplace policies, standards, and safe work practices.
- Take on additional responsibilities as the division grows and project needs evolve.
Qualification
- A minimum of 4 years of hands-on substation P&C design experience: ; junior candidates with relevant training or academic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply — mentorship and structured development will be provided.
- Associate or full membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) is preferred; candidates without certification who demonstrate equivalent competency will be considered.
- Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards including CSA and IEEE
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and SDS P&C.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing technical documentation and interfacing with clients or site personnel.
- Experience in the electrical utility or industrial sector is a strong asset; candidates with transferable skills from adjacent industries are welcome to apply.
- A detail-oriented, self-directed work ethic with the ability to manage deliverables with a high degree of independence.
Pay: $70,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Markham, ON
