Electrical Design Engineer, Buildings | Electrical Engineering Firm | Squamish BC | Outpost Rec[...]

Moving2Canada.com; Squamish; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable electrical design consultancy in Squamish, BC, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their team. The role involves overseeing electrical design for various projects, actively participating in leadership duties, and ensuring design excellence. Candidates should possess strong technical skills in AutoCAD and engineering analysis, with 3+ years of experience. The compensation package ranges from $70,000 to $90,000 and offers opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Base salary

Bonus options

Share ownership options

Qualifications

• Legally allowed to live and work in Canada.
• Strong understanding of relevant electrical codes and standards.
• Ability to verify design work and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AutoCAD drafting and design operations.
• Provide technical assistance to project leads.
• Ensure compliance with design checklist and standards.

Skills

Team and project leadership experience

Strong relationships with local clients

Proven business development experience

Technical assistance and AutoCAD design

Electrical systems engineering analysis

Effective communication skills

Education

P.Eng through EGBC

3+ years experience in electrical engineering design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical design consultancy is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their growing operations in Squamish BC. Salary level from $70,000 – $90,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

As a key member of the team you can expect to assist the electrical design of various small, medium and large-scale building projects. For the right candidate there is also the opportunity to take on various leadership duties within the office and contribute to growth and success in the sea to sky construction market.

With an emphasis on design excellence, we offer continued development and career growth opportunities to our staff. You will have a chance to work on projects ranging from fast paced developments to multi-year infrastructure projects that improve the lives of everyone associated with it. From solving difficult coordination problems to working closely with all stakeholders you will have the opportunity to be part of projects that will be around for generations to come.

Core Competencies of Electrical Engineer

• Team and project leadership experience and ability to assist and /or manage delivery of multi-discipline projects interface with our clients
• Strong relationships with local clients and industry partners
• Proven business development experience and work-winning track record
• Ability to contribute to the holistic leadership of our Vancouver office.

Duties and Responsibilities of Electrical Engineer:

• AutoCAD drafting and design operations
• Provide technical assistance to the Senior Designers/Project Managers/Team Leaders as follows:
• Maintain Design (“B” file) file
• Perform Cable calculations
• Perform Lighting modelling
• LV, HC, control and lighting schematic design layout and final design
• Ensure company design checklist is being followed
• Ensure company AutoCAD Standards are being followed
• Maintain AutoCAD files
• Prepare preliminary motor list
• Prepare equipment selections using company selection procedures
• Co-ordinate electrical requirements with other disciplines involved in the project design team (i.e. Architects, Structural Consultants, Mechanical Consultants, Code Consultants, Geotechnical Consultants, etc.)
• Co-ordinate service requirements/connections with the respective utility and/or municipal agencies
• Review and process shop drawings
• Assist in training junior staff and reviewing their work
• Provide construction administration services as directed
• Write various reports as directed
• Attend site surveys

Skills and Qualifications:

• Legally allowed to live and work in Canada
• P.Eng through EGBC highly desirable
• 3+ years experience in electrical building services engineering design
• Established experience across the full project lifecycle
• Strong understanding of relevant electrical codes and standards
• Ability to independently complete engineering analysis and design of electrical systems as well as liaise with clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders
• Ability to verify design work completed by others and provide mentoring, coaching, and training to less experienced engineers
• Strong technical background that you want to continue to build on with experience across different market sectors including residential, office, education and the like
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information of a complex nature both verbally and in writing with all stakeholders across multiple disciplines including colleagues and clients.

Ideal Candidate:

Compensation: Package likely to be $70,000 – $90,000 depending on location, seniority and relevant experience. Base salary, bonus and share ownership options available.

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.