General Accountabilities Act as a technical and project leader for assignments involving power transformers, including bushings, transformer cores, windings, oil and paper insulation systems, tap changers, cooling systems, monitoring devices, and associated diagnostic technologies.

Lead consulting, laboratory, field testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and asset assessment projects related to transmission and distribution power transformers.

Plan, supervise, and execute transformer oil sampling, dissolved gas analysis programs, oil quality assessments, oil processing and reclamation activities, and transformer dry out projects.

Analyze test data and field results to evaluate insulation health, identify emerging concerns, and develop corrective action recommendations.

Perform condition assessments and develop recommendations regarding maintenance, refurbishment, replacement, ratings, loading capability, and life extension of power transformers.

Participate in transformer failure investigations and forensic engineering assignments to determine root causes of equipment failures and service interruptions.

Work collaboratively with forensic engineers, test specialists, field personnel, metallurgists, chemists, and other subject matter experts on multidisciplinary investigations.

Review operating history, maintenance records, test results, inspection findings, event data, and physical evidence to identify contributing factors and failure mechanisms.

Prepare technical reports, expert engineering opinions, forensic investigation reports, and corrective action recommendations supported by sound engineering judgment.

Develop proposals, technical scopes of work, project schedules, cost estimates, and resource plans for transformer engineering and testing assignments.

Present technical solutions and recommendations to customers and support proposal development, contract negotiations, and business development activities.

Lead project teams and provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, technologists, and field service personnel.

Support the development of new transformer service offerings, diagnostic methodologies, asset management solutions, and forensic engineering capabilities.

Participate in customer meetings, technical workshops, conferences, and industry working groups to support Kinectrics' reputation as a leader in transformer services.





Maintain expertise through continual career development and participation in organizations such as IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE Travel within Canada, the United States, and internationally as required to support field testing, inspections, investigations, and client engagements.

Core Competencies Solid customer focus and commitment to delivering high quality technical solutions.

Demonstrated initiative in identifying opportunities for service growth and technical innovation.

Ability to lead projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, particularly in complex equipment reliability and failure investigations.

Ability to mentor and develop engineers, technologists, and field personnel.

Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and client communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining technical quality and schedule commitments.

What You Need to Succeed Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline.

Qualified Engineer designation in Canada or eligibility to obtain registration.

Minimum of eight years of relevant experience in power transformers, power systems, high voltage equipment, or related engineering services.

Demonstrated experience leading field and laboratory projects involving transformer testing, diagnostics, inspection, condition assessment, oil analysis, troubleshooting, failure investigations, maintenance planning, refurbishment, ratings assessments, and life extension studies.

Experience leading engineering, consulting, commissioning, testing, or asset reliability projects.

Experience performing equipment failure investigations, root cause analysis, forensic engineering assessments, or asset reliability studies is strongly preferred.

Strong understanding of transformer components including windings, cores, bushings, insulation systems, cooling systems, tap changers, and monitoring equipment.

Ability to interpret dissolved gas analysis results, dielectric test data, insulation assessments, electrical test results,



thermal performance data, and condition monitoring information.

Experience preparing technical reports, investigation findings, engineering recommendations, and client presentations.

General knowledge of transmission and distribution substations and related high voltage equipment including circuit breakers, cables, surge arresters, instrument transformers, and protection systems.

Familiarity with applicable IEEE, IEC, CIGRE, CSA, and industry standards related to transformers and high voltage equipment.

Strong project management, proposal development, technical writing, and customer relationship skills.

Preferred Qualifications Experience working with electric utilities, industrial facilities, renewable energy operators, transformer manufacturers, testing service providers, or consulting organizations.

Experience presenting technical papers, delivering technical training, or participating in industry conferences.

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, High Voltage Engineering, Power Systems, Asset Management, or a related discipline.

Participation in IEEE, CIGRE, IEC, or other industry technical committees.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process.

The security clearance process is conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.

Kinectrics Inc is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I;) and welcomes applications from all individuals.

To learn more about our commitments please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion and indigenous relations pages.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary diversity survey.

The collection of self-identification data is driven by our commitment to DE&I; and ensures Kinectrics' continuous review and improvement of its programs.

The information that you provide is strictly confidential and your responses will only be used for statistical purposes.

Your responses do not affect your candidacy in any way.

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.

📌 Senior Engineer, Power Transformer Services (Toronto)
🏢 Kinectrics
📍 Toronto