Electrical Engineer/Designer - Distribution
Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Role
Reporting to the Discipline Lead - Distribution, the Distribution Engineer/Designer is responsible for communicating directly with clients and customers to establish service requirements and provide solid design solutions and alternatives that meet client needs. Distribution Engineer/Designer will work with landowners, customers, and other client departments to ensure that the projects are effectively coordinated and executed by yourself. They will ensure that facilities are designed in a safe, cost-effective and timely manner and meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Independently execute the design of rural and urban distribution infrastructure including but not limited to: line rebuilds, cable/equipment upgrades, voltage conversions, customer connections/upgrades, joint use applications, URD, DER/microgeneration interconnection, and more.
- Provide technical reviews and quality assurance on project deliverables prepared by junior and intermediate staff.
- Coordinate with clients, landowners, utility companies, and third-party stakeholders to secure approvals and resolve technical or permitting challenges.
- Proactively monitor project progress, proactively identifying risks, constraints, and opportunities to maintain scope, budget, and schedule.
- Conduct site assessments and field reviews to validate design feasibility, support construction, and ensure alignment with good engineering and construction practices.
- Identify and address safety and environmental risks within project designs, implementing solutions in compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, designers, and drafters, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including the development of design standards, processes, and best practices.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required, or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution.
- 2 – 8 years of distribution experience is preferred but not required.
- Possess a working knowledge of Alberta Electrical Utility Code, CSA C22.3 No. 1 and No. 7 for Overhead and Underground Systems and the Canadian Electrical Code.
- Proficient in or capable of using PLSCadd, Pull Planner, AutoCAD, Microstation, Bluebeam, AGI32, and CYMEdist.
- Experience in construction and field installations an asset.
- Experience in distribution system planning would be considered an asset. This includes planning studies, equipment settings, and more.
- Experience working with EPCOR, ENMAX, SaskPower, ATCO, and FortisAlberta is considered an asset.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics, civil drawings, and more.
- Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Eligible for registration with APEGA or ASET
- Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Overtime opportunities - Project dependent
- Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off Benefits
- Weekly Pay Periods
- Employee Assistance Program – Counseling
- DPSP matching program that offers increased matching contributions based on your years of service with the company.
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