Intermediate Transportation Electrical Technician

GHD; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Toronto is looking for an Intermediate Transportation Electrical Technician. This full-time role involves working on electrical components for various transportation infrastructures, engaging in design and calculations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in this field, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation. The position promotes individual achievement within a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in design/construction of highway electrical and lighting.
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation environments.
• G class driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Be part of electrical project team and support electrical discipline.
• Perform lighting and loading calculations.
• Lead traffic signal and lighting design.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Education

College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Autolux

AGI 32

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Intermediate Transportation Electrical Technician – GHD

Who are we looking for? An intermediate electrical Technologist with an affinity for delivering on the electrical components of roadways, bridges, transitways, municipal and / or county arterial roads, side streets, multi-use pathways and parking facilities.

Working with an energetic and hard-working team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in :

• Be part of electrical project team and support the electrical discipline in multidisciplinary projects.
• Perform lighting calculation software (Autolux & AGI 32), loading calculations, short circuit calculations, voltage drop calculations and Arc Flash Analysis calculations
• Lead traffic signal design, lighting design & intelligent transportation system design
• Assist the Engineer with the preparation of contract documents and quantity take-off
• Ensuring timely delivery of assigned tasks
• Carrying out quality checks and complying with internal procedures
• Assisting senior staff with technical tasks and the day-to-day operation of the office
• Coordination and liaison with approving authorities, utility companies and outside design team members

What you will bring to the team

• 5-10 years’ experience in the design and / or construction of highway electrical, lighting, Traffic Signals and ITS with an engineering consultant firm
• College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation environments
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Prior experience working on municipal and / or MTO projects are highly desirable
• Knowledge of OPS, OESC, CSA, IES, TAC and OTM publications and standards
• Self-motivated and quick learner
• Able to multitask in a fast pace environment
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• G class driver’s license

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, Science, and Engineering

Industries

• Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services