Utility Distribution Engineer

Mission

We are presently seeking an Electrical Engineer in Distribution Design to work in our Mississauga or Kitchener, ON offices. The Engineer will be responsible for producing electrical utility designs and plans for overhead and underground distribution system improvements, upgrades, and new developments. Familiarity with electrical and civil utility construction standards and design practices is essential for this position. Design work will be performed within Ontario and will involve all aspects of electrical utility planning and design.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve detailed design deliverables for Utility Distribution systems including construction drawings for overhead and underground primary and secondary installations according to ON Reg 22/04 and Client standards.
• Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing assets condition and prepare site survey reports.
• Prepare/review technical calculations, drawings, bill of material and other deliverables and provide as required technical input for reports, specs, proposals, schedules, and costs.
• Communicate with 3rd parties, permitting jurisdictions and Clients to align delivery requirements with scope expectations.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, construction and work packages and other project base deliverables.
• Review and certify Joint Use applications and approve HMRs on behalf of utilities.
• Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on in project requirements.

Requirements

• University Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of three (5) years experience in developing designs for overhead pole lines, underground duct bank installations and conduit systems and residential subdivision systems renewals
• Working knowledge of overhead and underground distribution construction standards, CSA standards C22-3 no 1-20, C22.3 no 7-2 and ON Reg 22/04. Strong knowledge of THESL and Alectra Distribution Standards will be considered as an advantage.
• Working knowledge in applicable design software’s (e.g., AutoCAD, Microstation, SPIDACalc, Pull Planner etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of French is an asset.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively. Ability to create effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients' representatives, government agencies and the public.
• Capability to work independently and in a team; and flexibility to respond to short notice assignments and respond to project-based Client demands.
• Valid Ontario G driving licence

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