Electrical Engineer

Mission

The Electrical Engineer will have a strong understanding of the engineering environment in electrical design of renewable generation, substations and low/medium voltage distribution and will be working with multi-disciplinary teams to design in accordance with clients’ requirements and applicable codes and standards. This is a hybrid position that will be based out of our Mississauga, Toronto or Burlington offices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary and detailed design drawings (e.g. SLD, general arrangements, elevations, 3-line diagrams, schematics, etc)
• Prepare reports and specifications
• Assist with proposals, scheduling and engineering cost estimates
• Produce bills of materials
• Perform ampacity and voltage drop calculations and other system calculations
• Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing conditions, inspect construction prepare site survey reports, and participate in commissioning activities
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and utilities
• Ensure designs conform to all applicable codes, client standards and CIMA’s quality management system
• Coordinate with other disciplines and stakeholders either internal or external
• Assist in training junior staff
• Complete applications for ESA or municipal construction permits
• Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on project requirements

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical layout, preferably in the energy sector, and including low and medium voltage layouts, single lines
• A post-secondary diploma in electrical technology (power generation or distribution system preferred). We will consider a combination of education and experience in performing similar work equivalent to our requirements
• Registered member of a Professional Engineering Association in Canada
• Familiarity with low and medium voltage indoor distribution equipment (panels, switchgear, etc.)
• Familiarity with cable routing, detailed design of conduit & tray systems, cable terminations and supports, etc.
• Working knowledge of the OESC, CSA and IEEE standards, typical equipment dimensions, connection details
• Knowledge of principles and practices of electrical construction especially replacement projects
• Working knowledge in AutoCAD and MicroStation design software
• Familiarity with outdoor substation design an asset
• Equipment commissioning and grounding grid testing experience is an asset
• Knowledge of renewable technologies such as hydroelectric, wind, solar and energy storage are an asset
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Knowledge of French is an asset
• Excellent problem solving skills, capability to work independently and in a team, detail oriented, and self-motivated
• Client focused and flexible to respond to short notice assignments and to project based client demands

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