Electrical Engineer - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

Powertech has a challenging opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join our Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (EVI) team within our Engineering Services business unit based in Surrey, B.C.

The EVI group is involved in the research, analysis, planning, product development and construction management of charging infrastructure and technologies for Electric Vehicles (EVs). Powertech offers a range of services, including deployment planning and project management, EV charging technology assessment and suitability testing, procurement, fleet conversion planning, grid impact assessment and mitigation, and network management services.

Under the direction of the Team Lead, you will be part of a team that is responsible for project execution that is accurate, on-time, and on-budget. Ongoing projects will include but will not be limited to evaluation, assessment and testing of new charging hardware for performance, reliability and connectivity/interoperability as well as research and development of EV charging infrastructure and equipment, including AC Level 2 chargers. This is a hands-on, client and end-user focused role that will appeal to those who are highly technical, detailed, demanding, determined and passionate about EV technologies.

Duties :

• Lead project execution and manage client relationships, expectations, and deliverables.
• Prepare detailed test plans for performing the EV charger acceptance, integration, and user experience testing.
• Conduct and coordinate test activities, log test data and prepare test reports.
• Act as a decision maker in day-to-day operations and maintenance oversight of the DCFC network.
• Perform power quality analysis and forensic studies.
• Prepare formal project proposals including budgets and schedules.
• Analyze third-party study (such as power quality, acceptance test, or forensic results) and recommend solutions to engineering problems of high-level complexity.
• Liaise with BC Hydro, EV charger manufacturers, and other OEMs to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the EV charger testing or chargers in operation.
• Manage project quality and coordinate with project team members.
• Promote the EVI team by attending technical conferences, giving presentations, and developing business leads.

Qualifications :

• Prior experience/knowledge with power electronics, preferably Electric Vehicle charging would be an asset.
• Registered or is eligible for immediate registration as a professional engineer in BC.
• Prior experience with EV Energy Management Systems, OCPP and OpenADR communication protocols, software development would be an asset.
• Understanding and experience with the Canadian Electrical Code (Pt. 1, Pt.2 & Pt.3), IEEE guides / color books, BC Hydro design guides, Municipal design guides and specifications would be an asset.
• Prior experience/knowledge with AC and DC power quality would be an asset.
• Bachelor’s or Post Graduate Degree in Engineering recognized by universities in Canada, preferably in Electrical Engineering.
• 2 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in a similar position or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Powertech Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at Powertech Labs.

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Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment.

For Powertech Lab positions, the flexible work model options are different due to their specific operational requirements and details will be discussed at the interview stage. To learn more about Powertech Labs Inc., visit us at https://www.powertechlabs.com.

How To Apply

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