Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer - Candidate Pool

CIMA+; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting engineering firm in Canada is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer. This role involves providing technical expertise for distribution infrastructure, supporting project delivery, and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience and a P.Eng designation. The firm offers comprehensive benefits, flexible work schedules, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Employee stock purchase opportunity

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in an engineering role focusing on distribution.
• Experience working with utilities in Western Canada.
• Ability to design systems for voltages up to 35kV.
• Familiarity with GIS and CAD drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Support distribution team operations and project deliveries.
• Develop design packages with scope, schedule, and estimates.
• Resolve design and engineering challenges independently.
• Deliver exceptional service through effective stakeholder communication.
• Design overhead and underground facilities for electric utilities.

Skills

Electrical distribution knowledge

Technical communication skills

Problem-solving

Innovation in engineering designs

Education

P.Eng designation or eligible

Tools

SPIDAcalc

PLS-CAD

GIS software

CAD systems

Job description

Overview

Our offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization.

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professionals 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.

We are looking for an individual who wants to be challenged and is ready to join a dynamic team that is rapidly expanding. This position will be based out of our Vancouver offices. The role of the Intermediate Electrical Distribution Engineer is to provide technical expertise for electrical distribution infrastructure (poles, wires, vault, duct bank, and cable) in accordance with client standards, engineering principles, guidelines, policies, and safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the distribution team from response to service requests to project delivery
• Develop design work packages with scope, schedule and effort estimates
• Assist with the resolution of design and field engineering problems by conducting independent studies and analysis, exercising independent judgment in selecting and interpreting information, recommending safe engineering designs to support successful operations and/or project completion
• Deliver exceptional customer service by communicating with stakeholders and performing activities such as defining the scope of Distribution engineering services to be provided, establishing the basic design criteria with the client, approving technical documentation, and assessing and reporting on work progress against standards, objectives, and specifications to support completion of projects safely, with quality, within budget and on time
• Provide specialized expertise in Distribution, set high standards for work performance, influencing the establishment of standards, frameworks, and targets for junior members of the team
• Exercise innovation to propose creative modifications to improve work processes, guidelines, instructions, procedures and standards where possible
• Design overhead and underground facilities for voltages up to 35kV in an electric utility environment such as line rebuilds, structure replacements, cable replacements, voltage conversions, manhole/vault replacements, duct banks etc.
• Attend site visits as required for project data and design confirmation, troubleshooting, construction support and quality assurance inspections

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in an engineering role with specific Distribution knowledge ideally within British Columbia
• P.Eng designation or eligible to become a P.Eng with EGBC
• Experience working with utilities in Western Canada
• Experience related to expertise in overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems operating at voltages at or below 35kV; good communications skills to adequately articulate and discuss technical options and ability to present proposed solutions to a wide range of audiences, adapting to the different understanding levels of the audience
• Familiarity with GIS, CAD systems and drawing standards
• Ability to use standard industry design/analysis software such as SPIDAcalc and PLS-CAD
• Ability to work with remote partners and team members
• Maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and other employees
• Available for occasional travel (mostly within Western Canada)

The expected salary for this position is based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

Why choose CIMA+?

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

For more information about this job opportunity, please contact Eric Fenyedi

Additional Information

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. Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.