Distribution Designer - Broadband

Black & McDonald Limited; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities construction company is seeking a Distribution Designer in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves creating electrical designs for FTTH infrastructure and collaborating with teams to ensure on-time project completion. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of telecom design experience. Competence in AutoCAD and SPIDAcalc is essential, along with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitve compensation

Ongoing training and development

Team events and outings

Qualifications

• 2+ years of telecom design experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct surveying teams and work with survey data.
• Develop and validate base maps.
• Create electrical drawings using AutoCAD/Microstation software.
• Perform pole loading analysis using SPIDAcalc.
• Revise and modify existing drawings based on team feedback.
• Ensure drawings are accurate, detailed, and conform to industry standards.
• Collaborate to ensure designs are completed on time and within budget.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Strong communication skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology/Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

SPIDAcalc

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer:

• A family business with family values
• Team events and outings year-round
• Competitive compensation
• Interesting and challenging work – we’re leaders in the industry
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Long-term stability and opportunity for growth
• Number one in Utilities Safety Construction
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL CONTIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald’s team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

Black & McDonald Limited is actively seeking a Distribution Designer (Broadband) located in Toronto, Ontario to develop designs supporting FTTH infrastructure construction.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Directing surveying teams and working with survey data.
• Develop and validate base maps.
• Create electrical drawings using AutoCAD/Microstation software.
• Perform pole loading analysis using SPIDAcalc.
• Revise and modify existing drawings to incorporate changes based on feedback from the team.
• Ensure that all drawings are accurate, detailed, and conform to industry standards.
• Collaborate with other members of the team to ensure that designs are completed on time and within budget.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on electrical designs and drawings.
• Ensure that all work is completed in accordance with company standards, policies, and procedures.

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology/Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of telecom design experience.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of industry standards for electrical drafting and design.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to create accurate, detailed drawings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Proficient user of:

• AutoCAD, SPIDAcalc, Microstation
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.