Senior Electrical Technologist, Buildings

CIMA+; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ottawa is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Technologist to design and implement electrical systems for various projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in electrical design, a post-secondary diploma, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. This role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design for building systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical systems including power distribution and lighting design.
• Experience with capital region clients is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution systems including single line diagrams.
• Develop lighting layouts and fire alarm systems for building services.
• Prepare design documentation including specifications and drawings.

Skills

Electrical design for building systems

AutoCAD proficiency

Revit proficiency

Understanding of Canadian Electrical Code

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Electrical design technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

CIMAs Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic innovative and collaborative environment where youll make a real impact. Together well push boundaries and go above whats expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are currently looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Electrical Technologist to be part of the team. As a Senior Technologist you will be responsible for the design and implementation of electrical systems for various municipal industrial and transit sector projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Design power distribution systems including single line diagrams power layouts and emergency power systems.
• Develop lighting layouts fire alarm communications and security systems for building services.
• Prepare design documentation including calculations specifications contract documents and as-built drawings.
• Conduct site investigations inspections and field work for the design and construction phases.
• Liaise with clients contractors and regulatory authorities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review construction progress for compliance with contract documents and participate in factory and site acceptance testing.
• Ensure designs adhere to applicable codes standards and client requirements.
• Develop design reports technical proposals schedules and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design for building systems.
• Post-secondary diploma in Electrical design technology.
• Solid understanding of electrical systems including: Power distribution, lighting design, controls, fire alarm, emergency and exit lighting.
• Communications cabling infrastructure security and access control.
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code.
• Extensive proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design and drafting.
• Experience with capital region clients (e.g. BGIS) is a strong asset.

At CIMA we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value but dont meet all the job requirements We invite you to apply because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

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.

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 expressionsocio-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.

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Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1