Senior Project Designer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the utility sector is seeking an engineer to join their dynamic team in Toronto. The ideal candidate will engage in high voltage distribution projects while offering competitive pay and extensive employee benefits. Ainsworth values diversity and offers a hybrid working model to promote work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and medical plans

Wellness supports

Generous vacation

Hybrid work models

Peer recognition and employee discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of utility design experience.
• Field experience is an asset.
• Proficient in MicroStation and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical and civil designs for utility projects.
• Prepare budgetary and detailed cost estimates.
• Supervise 2-3 designers on utility projects.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Certified Technologist or EIT registered

Tools

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

SAP

GEAR

Job description

Position at Ainsworth

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity, and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth team today!

Position Summary :

The selected candidate will work within an engineering and design team on utility projects of varying size and complexity, focusing on high voltage distribution lines (both overhead and underground) and substations for utilities and commercial/industrial operations.

Responsibilities :

• Create detailed electrical and civil designs for overhead and underground systems for local utility construction projects, following applicable standards.
• Review engineering designs and technical drawings.
• Prepare budgetary and detailed cost estimates, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Perform voltage drop calculations, cable pulling calculations, transformer and feeder loading checks, and other analyses as required.
• Review construction in the field to ensure compliance with designs.
• Review unit pricing projects to maximize project revenue.
• Collaborate with third parties to design make-ready work and facilitate the transfer of joint-use attachments.
• Work with Legal to obtain easements and access agreements.
• Verify existing site and electrical plant conditions in the field.
• Prepare cost estimates, bills of materials, and work orders.
• Develop and review cost estimation templates and maintain the cost database.
• Coordinate work with stakeholders (customers, utilities, property managers, internal groups).
• Respond to escalated customer complaints to ensure concerns are addressed.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Perform all job functions safely, complying with health, safety, environmental policies, and regulations.
• Follow the company's quality system operating procedures.
• Supervise 2-3 designers on utility projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications :

• Certified Technologist or EIT registered, working towards PEng.
• 3+ years of utility design experience.
• Experience with Toronto Hydro distribution design is an asset.
• Field experience is an asset.
• Experience designing overhead and underground distribution systems, substations, pole line design, and preparing design packages.
• Proficient in MicroStation; knowledge of AutoCAD is an asset.
• Ability to interpret electrical documents and technical reports.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards, legislation, and regulations.
• Knowledge of SAP and GEAR is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and adapt to flexible schedules.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle required.

Why work at Ainsworth?

Ainsworth is growing rapidly. We offer benefits from day one, including comprehensive health, dental, and medical plans, wellness supports, and generous vacation. Rewards include service milestones, peer recognition, employee discounts, and incentives. We promote flexibility with hybrid work models where applicable. Our organization values diversity and belonging, fostering a great team atmosphere with opportunities for advancement.