Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer

CIMA+; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer to join their dynamic team in Vancouver. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects that impact the community while allowing for personal and professional growth. You will provide technical expertise in electrical distribution infrastructure, ensuring adherence to client standards and safety regulations. With a collaborative environment, you will have the flexibility to manage your work-life balance and contribute to innovative solutions. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to tackle exciting challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience with a focus on electrical distribution.
• P.Eng designation or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and project delivery for the distribution team.
• Design overhead and underground facilities for voltages up to 35kV.

Skills

Engineering Experience

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

P.Eng designation or eligibility

7+ years of engineering experience

Tools

SPIDAcalc

PLSCAD

GIS

CAD

Job description

Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer

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Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcome to a place with an inspiring vision and stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees, valuing a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define your work-life balance. When you join CIMA+, you join a place you can call home.

Job Description

Our Western Canada offices are experiencing significant growth, leading to new, complex projects where your contributions will be impactful. We seek individuals eager to develop skills, take on challenges, and advance their careers. Based in Vancouver, the Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer provides technical expertise in electrical distribution infrastructure (poles, wires, vaults, duct banks, cables), adhering to client standards, engineering principles, policies, and safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the distribution team, from responding to service requests to project delivery.
• Develop design work packages including scope, schedule, and effort estimates.
• Assist in resolving design and field engineering issues through independent analysis and judgment, recommending safe engineering solutions.
• Deliver excellent customer service by communicating with stakeholders, defining scope of services, establishing design criteria, approving documentation, and reporting on progress.
• Provide specialized expertise in Distribution, set high work standards, and influence standards and targets for junior team members.
• Propose creative modifications to improve work processes, guidelines, and standards.
• Design overhead and underground facilities for voltages up to 35kV, including line rebuilds, structure replacements, cable replacements, and more.
• Attend site visits for data collection, design confirmation, troubleshooting, construction support, and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in an engineering role with Distribution knowledge, ideally in British Columbia.
• P.Eng designation or eligibility to obtain it through EGBC.
• Experience working with utilities in Western Canada.
• Knowledge of overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems up to 35kV.
• Strong communication skills for technical discussions and presentations.
• Familiarity with GIS, CAD, and drawing standards.
• Proficiency with industry design/analysis software such as SPIDAcalc and PLSCAD.
• Ability to collaborate with remote teams and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Availability for occasional travel within Western Canada.

The salary range is from $80,000 to $110,000, depending on experience, training, skills, and internal equity. The actual salary may vary based on the candidate profile.