Electrical Engineer - Toronto

R.V. Anderson Associates Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Toronto is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer to join their team. The role includes designing industrial power distribution systems, supervising CAD operators, and conducting site visits. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a valid P.Eng. designation or be able to obtain one within a year. The position offers competitive compensation and great benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Health coverage

Flexible vacation policy

Pension Plan with match

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of Electrical design engineering experience.
• Valid P.Eng. designation or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Experience in municipal facilities design is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design industrial power distribution systems.
• Select and size standby power supply.
• Supervise CAD operators for design drawings.

Skills

Electrical design engineering

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP software

Job description

Your difference is the difference Do you love to develop and share great ideas? Do you believe your insights can drive people forward? Do you appreciate working with others and building on mutual successes? Perfect. We do, too. As an employee-owned company, we foster a culture where our people can thrive – and by thrive, we mean a place where you can share your ingenuity, express your difference, and grow in your very own way. Whatever your area, no matter your grade, your unique skills and perspective will help drive change from operations to the C-suite, across a wide of range of projects and channels. Are you ready to build a future that’s uniquely yours? Join our award-winning team and make a difference that defines you.

RVA is actively seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer to join their Electrical team in their Toronto office. This position will provide support to projects for Toronto head office as well as all branch offices.

Responsibilities

• Design of industrial power distribution systems (44kV to 120V), including load analysis, Hydro supply sizing, substation design, underground duct banks.
• Selection and sizing of standby power supply including Diesel and Gas generators.
• Design of Switchgear, Switchboard, Motor Control Centers, and distribution panels.
• Lighting system design, including fixtures, controls, lighting transformers and lighting panels.
• Creating Control Schematics for motor starters, including Direct-on-line starters, variable frequency drives or soft starters.
• Supervise CAD operators for preparation of design drawings (plans, sections and details using Revit and/or AutoCAD).
• Conducting Power System Studies, Power Quality Studies.
• Perform site visits for electrical data gathering condition assessment and field inspections.
• Works closely with project managers and other disciplines to plan and prepare construction drawings and provide support as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned/required and appropriate to this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Must hold a valid P.Eng. designation with the ability to practice in the province of Ontario; or the ability to obtain a P.Eng. License within the next 12 months.
• 4-8 years of Electrical design engineering experience in an engineering, construction, or architectural firm. Design experience for water and wastewater treatment for municipal facilities will be considered an asset.
• Experience with ETAP software will be considered an asset.
• Proven capabilities in writing reports and other technical documents.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative, high paced, team environment.
• Superior English communication skills, both oral and written.

Your better starts here

We don’t settle for less, and neither should you. As it happens, offering great benefits to our people is entirely possible: the numbers work out. Happy teams mean happy clients. It’s just that simple. From recruitment to flexibility, learning to leadership, wellness to inclusion, we give our people the tools they need to outperform in their careers and build lasting connections with our clients, our culture, and each other.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
• Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
• A flexible vacation policy that lets you determine your time off based on your other responsibilities and needs
• Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
• Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence that cover everything from extra family time, jury duty, or even completing a degree
• RVA Group Pension Plan with match
• Global Travel Assist Program that provides emergency out-of-country medical protection for you and your eligible family members on personal and business trips
• Access to a variety of free services (e.g., employee and family assistance programs, nutrition advice, caregiver support) and employee discounts (e.g., sports and entertainment tickets, major brands, insurance plans)
• Flexible and alternative work arrangements around core hours, including telecommuting and work-from-home options

Diversity, Inclusion, and Accommodations

At RVA, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. RVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you require any special accommodations, please advise Human Resources. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.