Senior Electrical Distribution Engineer - Candidate Pool

CIMA+; Kelowna; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Distribution Engineer in Canada. The role requires over 10 years of experience in electrical distribution, preferably in British Columbia. Responsibilities include supporting the distribution team, developing design packages, and ensuring excellent customer service. The expected salary ranges from $105,440 to $140,000 with benefits that include group insurance and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in an engineering role with specific Distribution knowledge ideally within British Columbia.
• Good communications skills to adequately articulate and discuss technical options.

Responsibilities

• Support the efficient operation of the distribution team.
• Develop design work packages with estimates.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by communicating with stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical distribution knowledge

10+ years in engineering

Communication skills

Experience with GIS and CAD systems

Ability to use design software like SPIDAcalc

Education

P.Eng designation or eligible with EGBC

Tools

GIS

CAD systems

SPIDAcalc

PLSCAD

Job description

Overview

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. At CIMA+, you’ll find opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. When you join CIMA+, you are welcomed to a place you can call home.

Note: This is a candidate pool; the process may vary and is open-ended. Our Talent Acquisition team will review each application and contact you at the appropriate time, if applicable.

Our offices in Western Canada are in a growth trajectory with new, exciting, complex projects. We are looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization. The position will be based out of our Vancouver offices. The role of the Senior 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. This position could be based out of any of our offices in major centers across Canada including Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, GTA, Montreal area or Quebec City area.

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
• Resolve 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 and actively mentor, coach, and 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 line structures and associated facilities for voltages up to 35kV in an electric utility environment, such as equipment supports/foundations, termination structures, manholes/vaults, duct banks

Qualifications

• 10+ 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 and in the electrical, mechanical, civil, and operating requirements of components used to build such systems
• 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 PLSCAD
• 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 from $105,440 to $140,000 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
• Mentoring programs at local and national level

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

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of identity, etc. In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including 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.

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