Senior Project Design Engineer - Electrical Energy

Location: Ottawa, ON

Mission

Currently looking for a Senior Design Engineer with proven experience in high and medium voltage station. As a Senior Engineer the candidate will serve as Technical Team Leader for engineering mandates in the Energy Electrical Engineering department. As part of the Ottawa energy team, in addition of working on high and medium voltage Utility project the candidate will have the opportunity of working on renewable project like: Solar PV and Wind systems, Battery energy storage and microgrids; industrial & manufacturing energy programs and transportation electrification projects; etc.

The successful candidate shall demonstrate the practical CAD skill to create clear and consistent drawing packages. It is expected for the engineer to have a hands-on approach to the design process as well to mentor Junior and Intermediate Engineers, technicians and drafters.

Responsibilities:

• Assume the responsibilities of Project Technical Lead, which involves, design and coordination of power engineering deliverable from conceptual design through detail including: analysis; equipment sizing and specifications; electrical design; and physical design
• Assume the responsibilities of Project Engineer, that all assigned deliverables are produced in compliance with quality requirements, on time and on budget
• Mentor Intermediate and junior member of the team by providing technical support and design review
• Support documentation process for projects including technical specifications, tender documents, technical reports and project calculations
• Conduct site visits to define project scope and collect design input, as required during design, as well as to supervise construction progress
• Maintain drafting processes and procedures to follow and apply commonly used drafting concepts, practices, procedures and policies within the industry
• Participate in a variety of project activities including project coordination, strategic planning, client support and interaction, business analysis, supporting business development and project management departments
• Interface with other design disciplines, coordinate with related stakeholders, and assist team leads and managers

Profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PEO and OIQ License)
• 15+ years relevant experience
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical code, ANSI, IEC, NEMA and other related design standards
• Excellent computer skills
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Experience with 3D software an asset
• Experience with Excel, Word, and MS Project
• Valid driver's license with an insurable record

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Salary increase based on performance
• Sick leave and personal leave
• Comprehensive benefit plan upon hiring
• Matched pension plan upon hiring
• Possibility of investing in a company profit-sharing plan

For your career

• Continuous training and development program
• Reimbursement of professional association membership cotisation
• Recognition programs
• Advanced technology tools

For you and your loved ones

• Wellness program
• Corporate discounts: such as mobile services, fitness center, home and auto insurance, software