Senior Electrical Layout Engineer

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada CIMA+ Full time
Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you'll find a place where you'll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

Mission

The Senior Electrical Layout Engineer will have a strong understanding of the engineering environment in electrical design of High Voltage/Medium Voltage substations for Utilities and industrial clients and will be working with multi-disciplinary teams to design in accordance with clients' requirements and applicable codes and standards. This is a hybrid position that will be based out of our Vancouver, BC office.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Review, approve and stamp (P.Eng.) all design drawings and calculations reports for electrical substation design. Ensure designs conform to all applicable codes, client standards and CIMA+s quality management system
  • Lead development of preliminary and detailed design drawings (e.g. SLD, general arrangements, elevations, installation details, etc.) for HV and MV substations for utilities and industrial installations;
  • Perform/Review electrical calculations and equipment sizing for various electrical equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, busbars, etc. and sizing calculations of power cable and cable tray/trenches routing design
  • Prepare technical reports and equipment specifications (HV and MV equipment)
  • Produce/Review bills of materials and review of manufacturers' equipment drawings
  • Design and calculation of AC and DC auxiliary systems including single line diagram, load calculations, distribution drawings, voltage drop calculations, and other power system calculations
  • Leads electrical layout discipline for proposals, scheduling and engineering cost estimates
  • Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing conditions, inspect construction prepare site survey reports, and participate in commissioning activities (occasionally)
  • Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and utilities
  • Assist in mentoring and training less experienced professionals
Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical layout, preferably with large Canadian Utilities
  • University Degree in electrical engineering (power system specialization preferred)
  • Registered member of Engineer and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or be eligible to register
  • Advanced experience with electrical design for electric utility substations
  • Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, IEEE and Canadian Utility standards
  • Valid British Columbia Driver's License
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Knowledge of French is an asset
  • Excellent problem solving skills, capability to work independently and in a team, detail oriented, and self-motivated
  • Client focused and flexible to respond to short notice assignments and to project based client demands
  • Ability to manage an engineering team

The expected salary for this position is from $105,440.00 to $131,800.00 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate's experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

For more information on this career opportunity, please contact Ven Thambithurai

#LI-Hybrid



Additional 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, 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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