Underground Distribution Designer/Engineer

MeshGrid HR; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative industry leader in engineering services is seeking an Underground Distribution Designer/Engineer. This role involves preparing layouts and designs for underground and overhead distribution projects, supporting project coordination, and providing mentorship to junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power utility design, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking company that values expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in underground power distribution design.
• Post Secondary education in electrical technology or engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare layouts and designs for underground and overhead distribution projects.
• Lead project teams and provide mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Underground power distribution design

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Project lifecycle understanding

Education

Post Secondary diploma or degree in electrical technology or engineering

Tools

Computer-aided design software

Job description

Position Overview:

Our client is an innovative industry leading company that provides engineering services to the electric and telecom utility industry. We are currently seeking an individual as an Underground Distribution Designer/Engineer to contribute to the projects.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare layouts, conceptual designs, calculations, illustrations and independent checks for UG and OH distribution projects.
• Willing to assist in a variety of project support activities including project coordination, estimating, strategic planning, client support, and business analysis supporting the business development and project management departments.
• Support documentation process for projects including technical specifications, tender documents, technical reports and project calculations.
• Prepare design markups to the drafting group in order to assist in the development of an engineered drafted drawing.
• Consult as required with the Professional of Record and action changes as directed.
• Interface with other design disciplines, coordinate with related stakeholders, project managers and managers.
• Lead a project team in the delivery of an assigned project.
• Provide mentorship, training and guidance to junior staff.
• Use computer-aided design methods to solve problems and prepare drawings.
• Interact with clients, consultants and contractors on a continual basis.
• Occasional travel should be expected.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years experience designing underground power distribution assets in a power utility environment.
• Post Secondary diploma or degree from a recognized electrical technology or engineering institution.
• An understanding of civil engineering design for power utility assets.
• Strong communication and organization skills and attention to details.
• Familiarity with project reporting, quantitative tools and the project lifecycle.
• Driver's license

Preferred:

• experience working with BC Hydro design systems an asset.
• experience designing overhead power distribution projects.