Electrical EIT

HDR; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking an Electrical EIT to join their Power Delivery team. The role involves supporting engineering designs across various projects, including water treatment and transit electrification. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess an EIT certificate, along with strong communication and design skills. Join a collaborative environment with growth opportunities and a commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 1 year of electrical design experience preferred.
• Experience with low voltage power distribution design.
• Strong computer skills and desire for growth.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of engineering drawings and calculations.
• Develop drawings in accordance with design standards.
• Perform site visits during different phases of projects.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

Job description

Overview

HDR Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical EIT to join our growing and emerging team of Power Delivery professionals in Western Canada. As a valued member of our team, you will contribute to engineering designs across a wide range of projects, including water and wastewater treatment, transit electrification, freight rail, and electrical substation design. You’ll have flexibility and freedom to pursue knowledge and gain hands-on experience in all aspects of industrial electrical design, with exposure to diverse industries. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-motivated individual with less than one year of post-graduation electrical design experience in consulting engineering—or relevant co-op experience—who is eager to learn and take on new challenges.

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Primary responsibilities

Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s), your role will encompass the following:

• Support and preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for various industrial projects.
• Working with Engineers, Designers, and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
• Supporting and developing design deliverables including single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, electrical site plans, electrical schematics specifications.
• Performing site visits, as required, during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects.

Work conditions

• Travel: Some travel to job sites or other HDR offices could be required. This would be communicated in advance to give adequate coordination time with project work and personal life.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of electrical design experience (including co-op or internships).
• Prior experience with low voltage power distribution design including unit substations, sizing circuit breakers, MCCs, motor starters, cables and backup power generators.
• Experience conducting site visits and inspections.
• Valid driver’s license for Canada.
• Strong written and confident verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and ability to take initiative.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Previous internship beneficial
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

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