Electrical Distribution Co-op

CIMA+; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking a Electrical - Distribution Co-op Student to contribute to distribution infrastructure projects in Regina, SK. You will support design tasks, calculations, drawings and project deliverables while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates have a background in electrical or civil engineering, experience with AutoCAD and GIS tools, and strong communication skills. Co-op opportunities include exposure to utility standards and client coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or civil engineering, from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Help perform design tasks for projects such as pole line analysis (PLA) for telecommunication and electric utility poles

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Client focus

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CADD

SPIDAcalc

CYME

ArcGIS

Job description

Welcome to rewarding experiences you can relate to.

At CIMA+, you can look forward to opportunities that match your skills, ambitions and passions. You’ll be mentored by engaged professionals and be able to work on innovative projects that help communities become sustainable and more resilient. With us, you’ll reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people.

If this sounds like the kind of place you would thrive in, then take this opportunity to become part of something unique: a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged.

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

As an Electrical - Distribution Co-op Student, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team in Regina, SK and will be involved in a range of projects and tasks related to electrical utility distribution infrastructure. They may also support emerging projects in other areas such as telecommunications, industrial electrical, substations, and renewable energy.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

• Help perform design tasks for projects such as pole line analysis (PLA) for telecommunication and electric utility poles
• Support the development of design and construction standards for various distribution and transmission applications
• Assist in the preparation of calculations, drawings, construction and work packages and other project base deliverables
• Assist in the preparation of technical inputs for reports, specifications, proposals, project schedules and cost estimates
• Communicate with client stakeholders for various aspects of the project, including regular communication about project progress
• Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing assets condition and prepare site survey reports
• Help ensure design work conforms to all applicable national codes and client standards
• Utilize client based geographic information systems (GIS) and other records for data collection during the design process; produce bill of material and enter material acquisition requests in the GIS
• Coordinate with utility companies, all levels of government agencies, municipalities, and other companies and institutions
• Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on project requirements and other job functions as assigned

Qualifications

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or civil engineering, from a recognized institution
• Experience with AutoCAD (asset)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure, independently and in a team setting
• Client focused, detail oriented, eager to learn and motivated with strong problem solving and multitasking ability
• Excellent skills with the Microsoft 365 platform (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driving license or equivalent from another province is required
• Experience with electric utility distribution or transmission standards (asset)
• Experience working with PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, Pull Planner, CYME or other utility software (asset)
• Working knowledge of a GIS (Graphical Information System) such as ArcGIS, GE SmallWorld, or similar (asset)

The salary for this position ranges from $24.65 to $31.05 per hour, depending on your academic profile, the number of credits earned, and your previous co-op or internship experience. The final offer and salary may be adjusted based on your unique profile.

Please note that our co-op, internship, and student job opportunities are offered to individuals that are presently enrolled in a program at an educational institution. To be admissible for an internship, your work experience must meet the requirements from your study program and must be recognized by your educational institution. If you have completed your studies or will graduate by the start date, we invite you to consult our employment opportunities on our career page.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+, and we are looking for people who uphold these principles. We are committed to creating opportunities for all our talents to contribute to the firm’s success, develop and grow, regardless of cultural or other differences. We fully endorse employment equity principles and encourage women, visible minorities, indigenous peoples, and individuals with disabilities to apply for any position offered at CIMA+. Adaptation measures are provided upon request to facilitate participation in the recruitment process.

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

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