Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer - (EIC_ENG.8)
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Job Title
Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
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Electrical Instrumentation & Controls
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About Us
We are an employee-owned Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada.
We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 17 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company.
We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!
Our Commitment to You:
At Associated Engineering, we have a diverse workforce and teamwork philosophy. We are committed to the growth and careers of our people, and we take great care in hiring the right people to join our team for the long term. Our unique workplace culture has been what sets us apart, and we provide:
- Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentorship programs and training opportunities
- We provide proactive support to obtain a professional designation through our MIT Program
- We have a vibrant Young Professionals Group, run by and for new engineers
- A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office
- Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, and company-matching pension program
- An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office
- Excellent benefits, including extended health and dental coverage and matching retirement programs
Job Description
We currently have an opening for an Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in our Markham office. Working with a dynamic team in a collaborative work environment, the Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer will preferably be based out of the Markham office but will collaborate with our other offices in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Kitchener.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Serve as Electrical, Instrumentation and ControlsDesign Lead/Engineer of record for multi-disciplined engineering projects
- Previous experience in project work serving the water & wastewater industry is an asset
- Electrical design of power distribution systems (27.6kV, 14.8kV, 5kV, 600V): transformers, switchgear, panel boards, various cabling systems
- Perform power system studies (load flow, ground grid, short circuit, arc flash, coordination)
- Design of Motor Control Centres (MCCs), motor control schematics, security systems, fire alarm systems, building lighting systems
- Design of SCADA (GE iFix), control systems (Emerson RX3i, Allen Bradley Compact & ControlLogix) including panels, network access closets and communication networks
- Preparation of contract and design drawings, specifications (49 or 16 division format) and opinion of probable cost
- Preparation of engineering reports/technical memos
- Perform site inspection, testing, and commissioning services at project site as required
- Perform other duties as required by the Manager / Senior Engineer / Design Lead
- Provide engineering support during construction including review of shop drawings, prepare RFI responses
- Support proposals with applicable input as required
Health & Safety Responsibilities:
- Ensure adherence to established policies and procedures within a COR registered environment
- Follow all safety and non-safety rules and regulations
- Review and adhere to AE’s health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, operating procedures and policies
- Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and harassment
- Participate in regular formal or informal workplace inspections, as necessary
- Follow safety rules and report unsafe acts or conditions
- Report all accident and / or incident procedures and unsafe conditions and / or behavior
- Respond or delegate responsibility immediately to items brought to his / her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues
- In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act
Job Requirements
What will you bring to the table:
- Undergraduate degree in a related Electrical / Instrumentation / Controls discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the design of electrical, instrumentation & control systems
- Eligibility for P.Eng
- Excellent writing (emails, reports, technical writing) and oral communication (presenting design at workshops with clients) skills
- Ability to work and learn independently and collaboratively
- Field and site experience: inspecting, commissioning and testing electrical and controls installations
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
- Proficient in use of MS Office Suite of products including collaborative software such as MS OneNote and SharePoint, as well as document design software such as Adobe Suite of products
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to travel within Ontario
Education
Bachelor's Degree
AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.