Transmission Line Engineer

EN Communications, A Sector of ENTRUST Solutions Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering consulting firm as a Transmission Line Engineer/Designer in Calgary, where your passion for engineering and design will thrive. This exciting role offers the chance to work with a highly experienced team, engage in hands-on training, and tackle challenges across the engineering and design spectrum. You'll prepare estimates, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with industry standards while promoting safety in design. With a collaborative work culture and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for someone eager to expand their skill set in the electric power delivery sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Regular banked time off

On-the-job training

Support for external training and certifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of work experience in transmission line design.
• Registered or eligible for registration with APEGA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, material take-offs, and design packages.
• Conduct site visits and perform field inspections during construction.

Skills

Transmission Line Design

Engineering Calculations

Field Inspections

Safety in Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS CADD

Job description

Are you passionate about engineering and design? Do you thrive in a dynamic work environment where you can continuously learn and grow? Maskwa is looking for a Transmission Line Engineer/Designer to join our team in Calgary. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly experienced technical team, receive hands-on training, and be challenged in all aspects of the engineering and design process.

As a Transmission Line Engineer/Designer at Maskwa you will prepare estimates, material take-offs, scopes of work, survey packages, and design packages. You will assist in the preparation of engineering reports and complete engineering calculations for transmission and distribution lines, as well as utility grounding systems. Your role will involve providing line design and analysis using PLS CADD software, conducting site visits for field reconnaissance during the project design phase, and performing field inspections during the project construction phase. You will review designs against applicable industry codes and standards, as well as internal MHV standards. Additionally, you will act as the Design Lead on projects with guidance from the Principal Engineer and actively promote Safety in Design.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or electrical engineering from a recognized institution.
• Proven track record in transmission lines design of high voltage facilities.
• Minimum 6 years’ work experience.
• Previous experience with PLS CADD software is considered an asset.
• Registered as an active member with APEGA or eligibility for registration.

Preferred:

• 6-8 years of experience working in utility transmission lines.
• Previous experience leading a design team and mentoring junior engineers.

Why Maskwa?

Maskwa High Voltage (MHV) is an engineering consulting firm with offices in Calgary and Regina that provides design and engineering services to the electric power delivery industry. Our expertise includes all aspects of Transmission, Substation and Distribution systems for voltages ranging from 4160V to 500kV.

Industry Leaders: With some of the most experienced and innovative design teams in the industry, we offer an opportunity to work alongside and learn from some of the best in the business.

Diverse Experience: With expertise in the three main areas of electric power delivery (Transmission, Substation, Distribution), MHV offers unique opportunities for individuals to develop multiple skill sets in the different disciplines.

Work culture: MHV offers a collaborative atmosphere and promotes social activities in the workplace. We provide on-the-job training as well as support for external training and certifications.

Compensation & Benefits: MHV offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive health benefits including dental, vision, life insurance etc. We offer flexible work arrangements as well as regular banked time off.