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High and Medium Voltage Commissioning Specialist

Position Summary

The High Voltage Commissioning Specialist is responsible for the commissioning, testing, and validation of high voltage electrical systems and equipment. This role ensures that newly installed systems are fully operational and meet all performance and safety standards before being handed over for regular operation. These position would be in Canada and the USA. Must have a valid passport and legally eligible to work in both Canada and USA

All candidates being considered for this opportunity will be required to pass a pre-access Drug and Alcohol screening based on the Safety sensitive positions we are recruiting for in order to proceed with final stage

Testing and Validation
  • High voltage insulation resistance and ductor (low resistance ohmmeter) testing of 13.8kV and 4.16kV switchgear and MCC’s per NETA standards.
  • Testing 13.8kV vacuum circuit breaker tests including DC insulation, AC Hi-pot, power factor and bottle integrity tests.
  • Testing 4.16kV starters per NETA standards. DC insulation, AC Hi-pot, power factor
  • HV Current Transformer (CT) testing to include winding resistance, polarity, ratio and mag. curves using Megger Relay CT (MRCT) test equipment or equivalent.
  • Potential Transformer (PT) testing to include winding resistance, polarity and ratio.
  • Testing of SEL relays at set point using Doble relay test set or equivalent. Relay types are SEL-751, SEL-787, SEL-710-5 & SEL-735 meter.
  • Protection test to include trip testing, secondary injections and primary injections.
  • Testing of oil filled power transformers per NETA standards. Tests to include ratio and winding resistance on all taps, power factor and excitation testing, and tests on transformer ancillary devices and oil testing.
Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Identify, diagnose, and resolve issues encountered during the commissioning and testing phases.
  • Work collaboratively with other technicians, engineers and contractors to address and rectify problems.
  • Compose RFI’s for technical issues with design.
  • Implement corrective actions and retest systems to confirm successful resolution.
Documentation and Reporting
  • Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing the commissioning and testing process, outcomes, and any recommendations for improvement.
  • Ensure all documentation complies with NETA standards and company’s specifications.
  • Complete equipment checks using Hexagons SMART completion system.
Safety and Compliance
  • Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, state and federal regulations.
  • Participate in safety training and promote a culture of safety within the commissioning team.
  • Adhere to site safety protocols, particularly when working on live electrical systems.
Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associated degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology.
  • Journeymen or Master Electrician license preferred.
Experience
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in commissioning and testing High/Medium voltage electrical systems.
  • Proven expertise in the use of electrical test equipment. E.g. Doble, Megger, Omicron, Vanguard.
Skills and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of electrical theory, high voltage systems, and electrical codes.
  • Proficient in interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Willing to travel for work to the USA
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USA Instrumentation/Electrical - Commissioning Technician/Trade

Sancon Commissioning Inc. is looking for an individual who meets the following requirements and descriptions:

 USA Instrumentation / Electrical – Commissioning Technician/Trade

An Instrumentation / Electrical Technician repairs, maintains, calibrates, adjusts, and installs industrial measuring and controlling instrumentation. Ensure the correct equipment operation to ensure all equipment and processes function as designed. The individual will be responsible for following clearly defined processes and procedures to test and troubleshoot equipment.

The applicant must be versed in the fundamentals of electrical theory. This knowledge will allow the applicant to apply USA standard testing practices to validate the integrity of electrical equipment.   Testing will involve both low- and medium-voltage equipment, and in some applications, it will involve high voltage.  The applicant must be familiar with completing various commissioning tests and troubleshooting.

Knowledgeable with the use of various electrical power test equipment, including:

Electrical
  • Experience working with high to medium-voltage systems
  • Relay experience
  • Proficient in operating an insulation resistance tester
  • Skilled in using AC/DC Hi-Pot Testers
  • Competent with digital low-resistance ohmmeters
  • Experienced with 3 Phase injection test sets
  • Familiar with Transformer Turns Ratio test sets
  • Capable of using Current Transformer test sets
  • Able to operate a lumens meter
  • Proficient in conducting Protection Relay tests
  • Skilled in using Digital Voltage Meters and power quality analyzers
  • Competent with Load Bank testing and troubleshooting
  • Experienced with Battery testers
  • Proficient in using temperature guns and circuit breaker test sets
Instrumentation
  • Instrumentation Knowledge: Proficiency in repairing, maintaining, calibrating, and adjusting industrial measuring and controlling instrumentation.
  • Electrical Skills: Ability to work with electrical systems, including testing and troubleshooting equipment related to motors, generators, lighting, HVAC, transformers, and other electrical components.
  • Technical Aptitude: Strong understanding of electrical theory fundamentals and practical application in commissioning processes.
  • Testing and Validation: Experience in conducting tests using various electrical power test equipment such as insulation resistance testers, AC/DC Hi-Pot testers, ohmmeters, injection test sets, transformer ratio test sets, current transformer test sets, etc.
Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential skills and qualifications:

  • 5 years of industrial oil and gas experience; technical training with a science background or equivalent is preferred; good working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, and safeguards in respective discipline for maintaining and constructing a continuous process; basic knowledge of fluid dynamics and process control.
  • Ability to read and understand instrument and electrical drawings; a high mechanical aptitude and the ability to comprehend and apply information in technical service manuals; excellent verbal and written communication skills; Good computer skills.
  • Must speak, read and write in  English
  • Have a valid drivers license for USA
  • Must be legally eligible to work in USA without further certifications or authorizations Safety Compliance: Adherence to safety protocols and regulations, including knowledge of electrical codes and standards to ensure safe working conditions during commissioning activities.
  • Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues in instrumentation and electrical systems in a methodical manner.
  • Reading and Interpreting Drawings: Proficient in reading and understanding instrument and electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documenting maintenance activities, writing reports, and effectively communicating with team members and stakeholders.
  • Computer Proficiency: Good computer skills for data entry, using software tools for testing and analysis, and accessing technical documentation online.
  • Mechanical Aptitude: High mechanical aptitude to comprehend and apply information from technical service manuals related to instrumentation and electrical systems.
  • Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements during commissioning processes.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Capable of working collaboratively with other technicians, engineers, and project managers to achieve commissioning objectives and ensure project success.
  • Attention to Detail: Thoroughly inspecting and testing instruments and systems to accurately diagnose faults and ensure proper functioning.
  • Continuous Learning: Willingness to stay updated with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in commissioning instrumentation and electrical systems.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to work in various environments, handle changing project requirements, and adjust to evolving commissioning processes and procedures.

Education

Trade Certification (Instrumentation &/or Electrical) Or Certified Technologist (Instrumentation &/or Electrical)

All applications will be reviewed, and only the successful ones will be contacted. All others will be kept on file for future considerations.

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General Application

This is a general Sancon application if you do not currently fit into any of our open positions. You will be entered into our database and considered for future opportunities.

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Junior Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical Engineer Technologist

Do you want to be part of the best team in the Commissioning and Start Up sector.  Sancon is known for their ability to provide the highest in quality of service, with an excellent safety record and superb team atmosphere.

If you are a recent graduate in Instrument, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology field of study, have graduated from a Canadian recognized institution and looking for work, Sancon is the company to apply to, as we are expanding our team.

We have the following opportunity for recent graduates to provide support in field junior positions to provide support for large industrial projects in Canada and the USA.

Job Requirement

 Electrical, Mechanical or Instrument Engineering Technologist

  • 0-3 years of work experience and education in the technology or engineering field of study
  • Must have attended and graduated from a recognized Canadian institution. Excellent people skills.
  • Good communication both verbal and written in the English language.
  • Attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to work in both an office environment and field environments.
  • Valid drivers license in Canada, with good standing.
  • Must be eligible to work outside of Canada
  • Willing to travel for work (FIFO)
  • Appropriate computer skills, which includes: Microsoft Office Suite , Bluebeam, Adobe Pro

Candidates will have to perform a pre-screening Drug and Alcohol test prior to employment.  Criminal checks maybe required for some clients and work locations.

Location: Field assignments in Canada, USA and potentially other Countries.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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CSU Commissioning Specialist for the United States

Sancon Commissioning Inc. team members provide support to the smooth, safe and sustainable pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and sustainable operations and maintenance of facilities, and systems. An effective team member assists the Client in meeting stakeholder expectations, objectives and goals. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the Client’s team to ensure the correct operation of equipment and that all equipment and processes function as designed. The Candidate will be responsible to follow clearly defined processes and procedures established by the Client to successfully deliver best-in-class results and safety.

Sancon is updating and building its database of available staff for its “CSU Commissioning Specialists” to work in Colorado and Texas. The client is expecting work and has requirements for staff to cover staffing requirements going forward.

Looking for individuals who meets the following trade or professional disciplines
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Process or Chemical
  • Instrumentation
Education, experience & qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential skills and qualifications:

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States or residence of the United States and eligible to work in various locations.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning and Start-up and early operation of processing facility.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an industrial processing facility where you held a maintenance, operations or commissioning position.
  • Must hold a valid
    – Industry recognized Trade Certification, or
    – Technology Diploma or
    – Engineering Degree
  • Certification, Diploma or Degree from a recognized Trade Program, Technical College or University and in one of the following disciplines in the Electrical, Instrument, Mechanical, Process or Chemical Minimum of 5 years of experience in Heavy Industrial, Oil & Gas industry, Power Generation, Green Energy Refining, Petrochemical or related industries required
Related Skills, Interests and Values
  • Excellent working knowledge of process equipment, materials, techniques, and safeguards in respective discipline for maintenance and construction of a continuous process petrochemical plant;
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics;
  • High mechanical aptitude and the ability to comprehend and apply information in technical service manuals;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience of Inspecting and Testing of process equipment and systems to diagnose faults using testing devices
  • Must demonstrate strong computer skills in Microsoft word, excel and the ability to learn client software programs
  • Writing maintenance reports
  • Repairing and adjusting system components or removing and replacing defective parts
  • Ability to Calibrating components
  • Performing scheduled preventative maintenance work
  • Observing safety in accordance with government and company standards

All applications will be reviewed, only the successful ones will be contacted. All others will be kept on file for future considerations.

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Instrumentation Technologist or Journeyman

Sancon is looking for the individual who meets the following requirements and descriptions:

Instrument-Technician

An Instrumentation /Control Technician repairs, maintains, calibrates, adjusts and installs industrial measuring and controlling instrumentation. Ensure the correct operation of equipment to ensure that all equipment and process function as designed. The individual will be responsible to follow clearly defined processes and procedures to test and trouble shoot equipment.

Skills and qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential skills and qualifications:

  • 5 years industrial oil and gas experience; technical training with a science background or equivalent is preferred; good working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, and safeguards in respective discipline for maintenance and construction of a continuous process, basic knowledge of fluid dynamics and process control.
  • Ability to read and understand instrument and electrical drawings; a high mechanical aptitude and the ability to comprehend and apply information in technical service manuals; excellent verbal and written communication skills; Good computer skills.
  • Must speak, read and write in  English
  • Have a valid drivers license for Canada
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without further certifications or authorizations

Education

  • Inter-provincial Trade Certification (Instrumentation)
  • Certified Technologist (Instrumentation)
Related Skills, Interests and Values
  • Consulting manuals, reading and interpreting circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics
  • Inspecting and Testing the operation of instruments and systems to diagnose faults using testing devices
  • Writing maintenance reports
  • Repairing and adjusting system components or removing and replacing defective parts
  • Calibrating components and instruments
  • Performing scheduled preventative maintenance work
  • Observing safety in accordance with government and company standards.

All applications will be reviewed, only the successful ones will be contacted. All others will be kept on file for future considerations.

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Electrical Technologist or Journeyman

Sancon is looking for the individual who meets the following requirements and descriptions:

Electrical Technician – Journeyman

The applicant must be verse in fundamentals of electrical theory. This knowledge will allow the applicant to apply standard NETA or IEEE testing practices to validate the integrity of electrical equipment.   Testing will involve both low and medium voltage equipment and in minimal applications involving high voltage.  The applicant must be familiar with completing the following tests:

  • Insulation resistance testing (Megger)
  • High potential testing (Hi-Pot)
  • Digital low resistance testing (DLRO)
  • Primary or secondary injection
  • Polarization index test (PI)
  • Dissipation factor test
  • Transformer Saturation testing
  • Battery discharge testing
  • Auto Transfer scheme testing
  • Generator load acceptance and rejection testing
  • Unloaded and loaded operational tests
  • Lumens testing
  • Protection relay testing
  • Vacuum breaker testing
Qualifications
  • Technical Diploma or Degree from recognized Institution in Canada
  • Journeyman apprenticeship completed/ and Interprovincial certification
  • Minimum 3 Years’ experience in testing or maintenance
  • Attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to work in both an office environment and field environments.
  • Valid drivers license in Canada, with good standing.
  • Must be eligible to work outside of Canada
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without further certifications or authorizations
  • Must speak, read and write in English
  • Willing to travel for work (FIFO)
  • Appropriate computer skills
Skills
  • Problem solving: Applicants need to have the aptitude to troubleshoot problems in a methodical manner to identify the issues.
  • Logic: Applicants need to be able to read electrical blueprints and prove all control through testing in systematic manner.
  • Adaptable: Working in tight quarter with wires, using hand tools and handling small components requires manual dexterity and good color visibility.
  • Observation: Applicants need to review electrical installations and observe any violations to the Canadian Electrical Code.
  • Integrity:  Applicants must be willing to work within their abilities and defer to assistance in order to maintain quality and integrity.
Responsibilities
  • Test electrical equipment.
  • Replace and repair damaged or failed electrical equipment
  • Troubleshoot & fix faults to electrical systems including; Motor control centers and switchgear, ac or dc motors, Generators, UPS, Lighting and distribution systems, Heat trace systems, Power distribution transformers, HVAC equipment, contactors, protection relays, NGR, circuit breakers, ATS, etc
  • Familiar with programmable logic controllers.
Knowledgeable with use of various electrical power test equipment including
  • High to Medium Voltage experience
  • Insulation resistance tester
  • AC/DC Hi-Pot Tester
  • Digital low resistance ohmmeter
  • 3 Ph injection test set
  • Transformer Turns Ratio test set
  • Current transformer test set
  • Lumens meter
  • Protection Relay test set
  • Digital Voltage Meter, power quality analyzer
  • Load bank
  • Battery testers
  • Temperature gun and circuit breaker test set.

All applications will be reviewed, only the successful ones will be contacted. All others will be kept on file for future considerations.

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Mechanical Technologist or Journeyman

The applicant must be verse in fundamentals of electrical theory. This knowledge will allow the applicant to apply standard NETA or IEEE testing practices to validate the integrity of electrical equipment. Testing will involve both low and medium voltage equipment and in minimal applications involving high voltage.

Millwright/Mechanical Technician

Sancon requires the services of a proficient Millwright/Mechanical Commissioning Technician. We offers aggressive compensation and an optional benefits package. The applicant must be willing to work a rotational shift and will be provided transport and accommodation’s while under contract.

Qualifications
  • Technical Diploma or Degree from recognized Technical Institution (attach certificate with application).
  • Interprovincial Industrial Mechanic or Millwright Journeyman Certificate (Red Seal).
  • Minimum 3 Years’ experience in Mechanical industrial testing or Millwright/Mechanical Industrial maintenance and or related commissioning experience.
  • Attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to work in both an office environment and field environments.
  • Valid drivers license in Canada, with good standing.
  • Must be eligible to work outside of Canada
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without further certifications or authorizations
  • Must speak, read and write in English
  • Willing to travel for work (FIFO)
  • Appropriate computer skills
Skills
  • Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures. Dismantle machinery or equipment, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
  • Moves machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
  • Assembles and installs equipment, such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Constructs foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials, such as wood cement, and steel.
  • Aligns machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, lasers, and plumb bobs.
  • Assembles machinery and bolts, welds, rivets, or otherwise fastens them to foundation or other structures, using hand tools and power tools.
  • May operate engine lathe or milling machine to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.
  • Required repair and lubricate machinery and equipment.
  • Selects cables, ropes, chains, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved.
  • Attaches load with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains, to crane hook.
  • Sets up, braces, and rigs hoisting equipments, using hand tools and power wrenches.
  • May direct workers engaged in hoisting of machinery and equipment.
  • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
  • Look at flat drawings or pictures and visualize how they would look as solid objects.
  • Work at heights without fear.
  • Use logical step-by-step procedures in work.
  • Plan work and solve problems.
  • Make decisions based on measurable information.
  • Perform a variety of duties which may change often; and operate machinery.

Must be capable of

  • Coordinate eye-hand movements;
  • Use hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate, and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl;
  • Climb and maintain body balance on ladders, scaffolding, or high structures; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction);
  • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
  • Stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

All applications will be reviewed, only the successful ones will be contacted. All others will be kept on file for  for future considerations.

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Power/Process Engineer - Process Operator

Looking for a Process Operator/engineering professional to perform the duties involved with the safe commissioning and start up of equipment and plant operating systems. The role is also a primary interface with the operations department and the construction group to ensure a smooth and efficient turn over of a project, there is also everyday plant operations to monitor and improve on.

Abilities needed

Must have the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with people in various functional areas. The primary duties required by this role include:

  • Ability to perform commissioning and start up duties in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Strong understanding of Permit to Work Systems.
  • Commissioning  and operations support and assistance.
  • Issue safe work permits and gas testing as required.
  • Ability to perform Mechanical Isolation of Process equipment ensuring zero stored energy and equipment is safe for maintenance activities.
  • Commission and start up of equipment and plant operating systems.
  • Develop, write and update procedures, lockout sheets and reading sheets. Procedures include commissioning, start up, shut down and standard operating procedures.

Decision Making

Independently make decisions regarding the quality and completeness of the project. Self motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Skill Set
  • Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
  • Carry out assigned work in an effective and timely manner.
  • Demonstrated strong written and effective verbal communication skills.
  • Computer skills and data management skills.
  • Read and understand P&ID’s.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of plant and process systems.
  • Strong plant operating ability.
  • SAGD experience needed.
  • Well Pad experience, and LOTO. an asset
  • Attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to work in both an office environment and field environments.
  • Valid drivers license in Canada, with good standing.
  • Must be eligible to work outside of Canada
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without further certifications or authorizations
  • Must speak, read and write in English
  • Willing to travel for work (FIFO)
Experience
  • Oil & gas or related industry experience.
  • 5 to 10 years of plant operating experience.
  • Control room operating experience with distributed control systems.(DCS)
  • Prior commissioning and start up experience would be an asset.
  • Fourth, Third or Second Class Power Engineering Certificate would be an asset

All applications will be reviewed only the successful ones will be contacted. All others will be kept on file for a period of 1 year for future considerations.

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