Field Service Engineer (Western Canada)

Job summary

The role involves maintaining and optimizing high-voltage installations, including FACTS and HVDC systems, in utility and industrial environments. Responsibilities include providing on-site technical support, mentoring junior staff, and identifying business leads during site visits.

Job details

InVision is a Professional Recruitment Firm involved in Engineering, Industrial/Skilled Trades, Information Technology and Professional Services within Canada and the U.S. We have a successful track record working on both small and large recruitment projects, across North America. Our client is a Renewable Energy Leader; they are looking to hire a skilled Field Service Engineer to maintain and optimizing high-voltage installations in both utility and industrial environments. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies including Substations, EV, E-Mobility, and HVDC systems, contributing to the reliability and performance of the grid. Upon hiring, the candidate will receive hands-on training by participating in commissioning projects and field service jobs alongside experienced members of the Service Solutions team. Please Note: This position supports customers and projects across Western Canada. Calgary, Alberta is the preferred location, with consideration also given to candidates located elsewhere in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba. Responsibilities: Serve as the first point of contact and subject matter expert for maintenance and repair of FACTS & HVDC stations/systems. Provide customer support via phone and on-site deployments. Own customer issues and collaborate with warranty project managers to resolve them efficiently. Offer technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced personnel, including leading customer training sessions. Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols during all work activities. Support sales efforts during site visits by promoting and identifying potential business leads. Qualifications: Education in Electrical, Electromechanical, Automation etc. Minimum 3 years of experience in substations and industrial electrification projects. Strong knowledge of electrical safety, regulations, and compliance. Hands-on experience with substation equipment, protection relays, HV breakers, transformers, and electrical apparatus. Experience with computer-based control systems. Ability to perform under pressure in time-critical scenarios. Familiarity with Power Electronics, SVC, SC, or HVDC technologies is a plus. Knowledge of electrical standards (ANSI, CSA, IEC, etc.). Strong communication, leadership, initiative, and analytical skills. Ability to lead subcontractors and customer resources when needed. Organized, flexible, autonomous, and precise. Proficient with relevant computer tools. Willingness to travel extensively. Employment Rewards: Competitive rate Long Term Opportunity World Class Organization Application Process: All Qualified candidates will be contacted. InVision is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind:

What you’ll do

The role involves maintaining and optimizing high-voltage installations, including FACTS and HVDC systems, in utility and industrial environments. Responsibilities include providing on-site technical support, mentoring junior staff, and identifying business leads during site visits.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in substations and industrial electrification with a background in Electrical or Automation studies. Proficiency in electrical safety regulations and hands-on experience with high-voltage apparatus and control systems is required.

Benefits

• Competitive rate • Long Term Opportunity • World Class Organization

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Analytical · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Customer · Preferred
• Technical Support · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Substation Maintenance
• HVDC Systems
• Electrical Safety
• Protection Relays
• HV Breakers
• Transformers
• Power Electronics
• FACTS
• SVC
• SC
• ANSI Standards
• CSA Standards
• IEC Standards
• Technical Leadership
• Customer Support
• Commissioning

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Customer Service & Support