Electronic Technologist - Protection & Control (Union Position) Posted : Full-Time On-site Reporting to the Manager, Operations, or designate, the Electronics/P&C; Technologist’s main responsibilities are to test, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, commission and install hydroelectric generation equipment. This position is a permanent, full-time union (PWU) position .This role ensures the safe, reliable and efficient operation of electrical protection systems and electrical generation equipment.

Brookfield

Renewable’s Canadian operations business currently owns and operates 61 renewable energy facilities across Canada, including 33 hydroelectric facilities, 4 wind farms, and 24 solar sites. Program hydroelectric generation Programmable Logic Controls (PLC), trouble‐shoot, maintain, and commission same. Work closely with expert and engineering personnel to develop and code for hydroelectric generation and ancillary equipment process sequences Analyze, troubleshoot, dismantle, align, assemble, and calibrate electronic and electrical equipment, and maintain the equipment in efficient operating condition.

Develop and maintain Operator Interface Terminal (OIT) screens and maintain related software/hardware

- Read and interpret drawings and troubleshoot / resolve technical issues. Installation, calibration, and maintenance of low voltage instrumentation
- Maintaining, testing and commissioning of power system protection & control schemes for hydroelectric generators, power transformers, and ancillary equipment
- Troubleshoot, test, and maintain generator auxiliary equipment
- Maintain communication hardware and software to support the continuous safe and reliable operation of hydroelectric generating stations (i.e., plant RTUs and fibre optic equipment)




- Assist with annual equipment outages pertaining to electronics/electrical Preventative Maintenance activities
- Perform general maintenance of the hydro station, as assigned
- Attend and successfully complete all applicable training courses relevant to the on-call scheduling) with the maintenance crew
- Maintain availability for occasional travel, as required for company business
- Collaborate and assist staff trained in electrical and mechanical work, and operate the central apparatus
- Participate in the implementation of projects and continue to improve the existing facilities
- Act as temporary group leader and/or contract monitor as required, and be responsible for the establishment and holding of necessary work protection (lock‐out/tag‐out) as per the Work Protection Code
- Excellent working knowledge of industrial safety regulations, procedures, rules and practices
- Demonstrated recognition of the value of job planning and scheduling
- Possess strong written and oral communications skills in English. The successful candidate will have completed a recognized diploma program in electronics engineering technology or electrical engineering technology (with equivalent experience) from an accredited institution, preferably with a power option
- Demonstrated working knowledge of all safety programs, work protection procedures (lockout/tagout), industrial safety regulations, procedures, rules, standards and practices and environmental regulations




- Proficient with software for Intel/PC‐based personal computers, specifically the Microsoft Office suite of programs, and AutoCAD
- Minimum of three (3) years of practical experience related to the installation, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of all types of protection, communication, metering, and control equipment;

Experience in the hydroelectric power generation industry is an asset

- Unity and Concept programming software for Modicon Quantum PLCs
- Knowledge of In‐Touch developmental software
- Knowledge of Industrial Application Server (IAS) software
- Knowledge of Top‐View software
- Knowledge of MICOM and SEL P&C; protective relay software
- Familiarity with use of (P&C;) Manta 5000 test set
- Preference will be given to individuals with robust background and experience in setting up and the calibration of digital and analogue field instruments
- Excellent working knowledge of all applicable provincial and Canadian Electrical Codes safety regulations, and IHSA safety rules and safe work guidelines
- Must be able to maintain a level of physical and medical fitness necessary for the secure completion of the requirements of this position
- Travel, as required
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide after hours support for plant operations and system emergencies. The hourly rate for this role ranges from $47.39 (Class E) to $62.59 per hour (Class A) based on years of experience. Brookfield embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

📌 Electronic Technologist - Protection & Control (Union Position) (Wawa)
🏢 Brookfield Renewable Partners
📍 Wawa