Electrical Engineering Technologist - Solar O&M

SkyFire Energy is a Certified B Corporation and employee-owned company with offices and staff in 4 locations across Western Canada. We value integrity, accountability, perseverance, safety, celebration, and innovation. Our vision is to bring the magic of solar to the world for a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable global community.

Power/Electrical Engineering Technologist , O&M - Full-Time

SkyFire Energy is seeking a highly motivated and capable team member to join our growing O&M/service division. In this role you will be working with an experienced team in a fast-paced environment on exciting opportunities, both large and small, that make positive impacts in the communities with which we work.

The candidate best suited to this position will have the ability to efficiently and effectively manage a consistent, and at times heavy workload, while thriving in a self-directed work environment. The candidate will have power systems engineering experience and competencies with the ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients in a professional, yet personable manner. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a passion for renewable energy and the renewable energy industry; along with progressive workplace experience and accountability in a previous role(s).

Primary duties include:

● Use of SCADA systems to monitor PV system performance and operations

● Respond to system faults/warnings at any hour of the day

● Power system analysis

● Protection and control system analysis

●Generation and grid operations

● Leadership in the safe operations and maintenance of solar PV systems

● PV system performance analysis

● Technical reporting

Requirements:

● Experience in the operations and maintenance of industrial power systems

● Familiarity with solar and/or construction industries

● Electrical or power engineering technologist with a minimum of 2 years experience

Considered an Asset:

● Project management skills and experience

● Drafting experience (CAD, SolidWorks, and/or SketchUp)

● PVSyst and experience with performance analysis

● Preference will be given to candidates located in Southern Alberta, Calgary, Edmonton or Regina

SkyFire is a growing mid-sized business which means opportunities abound for the right individual. While the primary responsibilities are those associated with O&M/service, individuals who possess skills and are comfortable working in complementary roles (e.g. project management, sales) on an as-needed basis are particularly valuable to our business.

Benefits of Working for SkyFire Energy

As a SkyFire employee you can look forward to enjoying the feeling of accomplishment and working in a progressive industry which fosters sustainable development principles.

• A competitive salary for the industry
• Opportunity to own shares in SkyFire Energy as an employee shareholder
• Comprehensive dental and health benefits
• Accrued paid vacation and sick days
• Diverse, challenging and interesting opportunities
• The opportunity to work among highly qualified, industry leading professionals in a collaborative working environment
• The difference of working for a Certified B Corporation
• An enjoyable, modern workplace, including organized staff events and benefits like the ability to bring a well-behaved dog to work with you

Learn more about us here: www.skyfireenergy.com/about

At SkyFire Energy, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our organization. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas to solve the complex problems of a changing world. These values are central for us to achieve our mission to relentlessly lead the solar industry to the benefit of our community and future generations.