Our offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets take on new challenges and advance their careers within the organization.
We are looking for a Civil or Electrical Technologist to join our one of our Vancouver Kelowna or Victoria office and be part of our Energy team. You will prepare engineering drawings for electrical projects which often can include a civil component.
The mentoring and resources made available to you will enable you to develop a strong understanding of electrical design of renewable generation duct bank design transmission and low / medium voltage distribution (T&D).
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist designers on site visits to determine the nature of work required (poles conductors anchors equipment condition assessment preferred routing options)
- Create and modify CAD drawings using AutoDesk Civil 3D
- Prepare civil drawings that include crosssections profiles site plans grading plans details elevations and other relevant design elements based on provided markup drawings
- Utilize GIS data to design overhead & underground distribution networks
- Produce Bluebeam drawings for client project designs
- Assist in completing applications for all applicable municipality construction permits
- Communicate professionally with clients to create CAD drawings updating the drawings and issuing the PDF drawings
- Receive and file drawings and documents in the appropriate CIMA standard file folder structure
- Coordinate with other discipline engineers designers and CAD staff as part of a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications :
Electrical or Civil Engineering Technology DegreeStrong interest in contributing to electrical utility distribution and transmission (T&D) infrastructure projectsUnderstanding of basic electrical design including (but not limited to) distribution line design circuiting switching controls mechanical equipment connections and singleline diagrams is a bonusProficient in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D Bluebeam Revit PLSCADD SPIDACALC or Solidworks softwareAGI 32 or Elum Tools lighting analysis software experience (an asset)Strong communication skills along with excellent interpersonal abilitiesStrong organizational skills to plan organize and implement work within a specified budget while meeting the project deadlinesThe expected salary for this position ranges from $53 920 to $80 880 per hour depending on your academic program the number of credits earned and your previous coop or internship experience. The final offer and salary may be adjusted based on your unique profile.
As an employee of CIMA you are also able to participate in
Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your familys needsEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramAccess to physical financial mental social and environmental wellbeing servicesRetirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contributionAs an employeeowned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work modeWork / Life balance policy across CanadaAdditional Information :
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 socioeconomic 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 selfidentification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
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Key Skills
Microstation,FEA,Construction Experience,Data Collection,Production Design,Microsoft Word,CAD,Drafting,Microsoft Exchange,Autocad,Hydraulics,NavisWorks
Vacancy : 1