Transmission Lines Engineer

CIMA Canada Inc.; Hanover (NH); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits

RRSP employer contribution

Employee ownership

Vacation 3–5 weeks

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking a Transmission Lines Engineer to design high voltage overhead lines and structures, ensuring project deliverables meet standards. The role emphasizes innovation, reliability, and collaboration within a leading energy & resources team.

Hybrid work arrangement allows 2 days weekly in the office; position can be based anywhere in Canada. You will engage in complex projects from feasibility through commissioning with mentorship from the TD Lines Leadership Team.

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in transmission projects, minimum 5 years.
• Registered member of a Professional Engineering association in ON or another province of Canada.

Responsibilities

• Design high voltage overhead lines and facilities from 60kV to 500kV.
• Design transmission line structures and foundations.
• Prepare project documentation: reports, specs, proposals, estimates, test plans.
• Develop design work packages with scope, duration and effort estimates.
• Provide signed and sealed deliverables as Professional of Record.

Skills

MS Office

CAD

Design software

English communication

Cost control

Education

Professional engineer license

Tools

PLS-Pole

PLS-Tower

Job description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.

Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.

At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

Job Description

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 800 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

Unleash your engineering talents at CIMA+ as aTransmission Lines Engineer. In this fulfilling position, you'll leverage your credentials as a professional engineer to drive innovation. Employing your sharp analytical capabilities and sound judgment, you'll navigate complex design obstacles, championing leading-edge methodologies that elevate CIMA+'s engineering prowess. Foster your professional development while inspiring colleagues, leaving an indelible mark on capital initiatives that energize progress. Embark on this pivotal journey alongside our dedicated team, flourishing under the supervision of our T&D Lines Leadership Team.This team is working on some of the largest infrastructure projects in Canada.

The role is hybrid (2 days a week in the office) and can be based anywhere in Canada.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design high voltage overhead line and associated facilities for voltages from 60kV to 500kV in an electric utility environment
• Design transmission line wood and steel poles structures as well as latticed structure in PLS-Pole and PLS-Tower
• Design transmission line structure foundations
• Prepare hardware assemblies drawings
• Prepare project documentation like, reports, specifications, proposals, estimates, and test plans per CIMA+’s practices
• Develop design work packages with scope, duration, and effort estimates, and manage design tasks including scope, schedule, and cost for existing and new facilities
• Provide signed and sealed engineering deliverables as the Professional of Record in accordance with the requirements of the applicable provincial engineering regulator and CIMA+’s practices.
• Offer technical assistance, construction support, and field reviews as required
• Lead projects and support junior engineer

Profile

• University Degree in Civil, Structural or MechanicalEngineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of five(5) years of experience and a history of working in Transmission projects.
• Registered member of a Professional Engineering association in ON or another province of Canada
• Proficient in design/analysis software and CAD systems, along with familiarity of drawing standards
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellentcommunication abilities in English – written and verbal
• Experience in design tasks including scope, schedule and cost control
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• 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 eligible employees
• 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

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities forcandidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,socio-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, Indigenouspeople, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying foret employment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.