Electrical Substation Designer

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 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

This role can be based in our Ottawa or Mississauga office.

CIMA+ is presently seeking an Intermediate Electrical Substation Technician / Technologist. Working on LDC and generation projects, the candidate will be responsible for producing schematics and plans for substations and generation facilities. Familiarity with electrical construction standards and design practices is essential for this position. Design work will be performed primarily from home office, with the possibility of travelling from time to time outside of home office area and will involve all aspects of electrical planning and design.

Responsibilities:

• Develop preliminary and detailed design drawings for substations or generation facilities;
• Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing assets condition, and prepare site survey reports;
• Ensure design work conforms to all applicable codes and client standards;
• Produce bills of materials and enter material requisitions;
• Perform ampacity and voltage drop calculations and other system calculations;
• Perform material and labour cost estimates;
• Circulate proposed design drawings to Client for review and provide revisions as required;
• Coordinate with other disciplines and stakeholders either internal or external;
• Complete applications for AHJ / municipal construction permits;
• Prepare technical input for reports, specifications, proposals, project schedules and cost estimates;
• Assist senior staff with responding to Client requirements;
• Mentor junior staff;
• Develop and improve CAD and quality standards as part of an ISO 9001 quality management system;
• Prepare as-built construction drawings;
• Report regularly to the project management for project status;
• Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on in project requirements.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of French is an asset;
• A post-secondary degree or diploma in electrical technology (focused on Power Distribution System is preferred). We will consider a combination of education and experience in performing similar work equivalent to our requirements;
• Over 7 years of experience in electrical layout in the energy sector, including single line diagrams, low and medium voltage layouts, equipment selection;
• Familiarity with cable routing, bus bar configurations, detailed design of conduit & tray systems, cable terminations and supports, etc.;
• Experience working in existing and new substations
• Working knowledge of the CEC, IEEE standards, typical equipment dimension, connection details;
• Knowledge on principles and practices of the electrical construction and cost estimates;
• Working knowledge of CAD and other design software (e.g., AutoCad, MicroStation);
• Equipment commissioning and grounding grid testing experience is an asset;
• Valid provincial driver’s license;
• Excellent problem solving and multitasking skills;
• Client focused and attention to detail, eager to learn, self-motivated;
• Capability to work independently and in a team;
• Flexibility to respond to short notice assignments and respond to project-based Client demands.

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 for candidates, 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, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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