Technologist, Electrical CCJ1JP00000864

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Job Description

Role: Electrical Technologist
Location: McArthur River, SK - flights from Saskatoon, SK only
Contract Duration: 05/18/2026 to 12/31/2026

Role Summary
The Electrical Technologist at McArthur River will support the Electrical and/or Instrumentation Engineering Lead in the execution of major and sustaining capital projects. This role involves design, drafting, technical support, and field involvement across surface and underground electrical systems in industrial and mining environments.

Key Responsibilities
Safety & Culture
• Demonstrate a strong personal safety culture and task risk assessment skills.
• Support and comply with all safety programs, processes, and procedures.
• Actively contribute to maintaining a safe work environment in office and field settings

Engineering & Technical Support
• Support the Electrical and/or Instrumentation Engineering Lead on major and sustaining capital projects.
• Develop, review, and support Scopes of Work (SOW) for electrical installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in the design, drafting, and detailing of:
o Low, Medium, and High Voltage electrical systems
o Power distribution and motor control systems
o PLC systems and industrial communication networks

Support projects including
o Underground electrical expansion and outfitting
o Generator upgrades and power system troubleshooting
o Plant expansions and infrastructure upgrades
• Prepare, update, and maintain engineering drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables.
• Produce and revise electrical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Assist with procurement activities including:
o Technical bid evaluations
o Shop drawing and vendor document reviews
o Engineering calculations and technical clarifications
• Provide technical troubleshooting support during construction, commissioning, and operational phases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.
• Occasional travel to project sites in Northern Saskatchewan and Ontario may be required
• Work effectively across multiple priorities and changing project demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department.

Required Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma or Engineering Degree or Journeyperson Electrical certificate with applicable experience
• Intermediate (4–9 years)
• Experience developing Scopes of Work for electrical projects in industrial, mining, or heavy infrastructure environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for creating and revising electrical drawings.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
Preferred / Asset Qualifications
• Experience in mining or heavy industrial environments, particularly underground operations.
• Field experience supporting construction, commissioning, or maintenance activities.
• Experience with PLC programming, instrumentation, and industrial networking.
• Previous work at remote or safety sensitive industrial sites.

Corporate based:
Training /Qualification Activities
• To be assigned and completed in ISN prior to attending to a Cameco safety-sensitive site (Northern SK sites)
o Location Specific Site Orientation
o Surface – Pre Access OR Underground Pre Access (this includes completion of a substance test)]

Job Information

Rate / Salary

$40 - $50 per Hour

Sector

Engineering