Electrical Engineer

Join to apply for the Electrical Engineer role at Dillon Consulting LimitedJoin to apply for the Electrical Engineer role at Dillon Consulting LimitedAre you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation, this opportunity is for you As someone with excellent communication skills and business acumen, you will thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment.Your OpportunityDillon’s Electrical Discipline is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience.At Dillon, we operate as one team. The successful candidate can be based out of our Sydney, NS OfficeWe offer flexible work hours to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.ResponsibilitiesWhat your day will look likeDesign & Project Management: Provide full spectrum of project delivery, from requirement gathering, preliminary design, full design, construction, site reviews, commissioning, and troubleshooting for environmental, industrial, manufacturing, commercial, municipal, institutional and infrastructure projects.Involved in the design and draft for power and electrical systems including but not limited to power distribution Low and Medium Voltage, Motor Control, lighting systems, Instrumentation and Control, Emergency Power generation, Fire alarm and Security systems, Communications systems, and fire alarm systemsPrepare construction cost estimatesPrepare technical specifications, drawings, and contract documentsPrepare technical reportsPerform testing and verification of Electrical systemsAssist with thorough site investigations/reviews for the purpose of creating deficiency reports or determining existing site conditions during the design process of renovation projects.Assist with construction administration (CA) tasks, including shop drawing review, responding to requests for information (RFI) and issuing contemplated change orders (CCO).Complete the review of safe work practices and performing risk assessments for employee tasks.Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including engineers, planners, scientists, and technical and administrative support staffCoordinate with Utilities, equipment suppliers, contractors, and clients on regular basisPeer review to ensure all design meets quality and applicable standards including Canadian Electrical Code, CSA codes and regulations, UL, National Building codes, NFPA, and othersBusiness DevelopmentContribute to business development activities including client need research, preparation of project proposals and presentationsBusiness travel to other Dillon offices upon requestLearning & DevelopmentCommit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional developmentInput to the career development of junior staff, including direction in project management, training recommendations, coaching, and mentoringContribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committeesQualificationsA degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.Licensed to practice as a professional engineer or eligible to be licensed within six months.A minimum of five (5) years of related professional experience.ExperienceProven experience in the preparation and design of Low and Medium Voltage Electrical Systems including:Electrical Equipment physical arrangement, selections, sizing and locatingOne line diagrams and engineering studies for equipment application, including metering, protection and controlLow and Medium Voltage Power design, instrumentation, and control equipment specificationsDesign calculations such as load analysis and calculations, Voltage drop, equipment sizing, bus/cable tray support loading, conduit and wire sizingEmergency Power generator sizingGrounding and bondingShort Circuit, Arc Flash, and Relay Coordination calculations and designSCADA systems and related control and instrumentation designOverhead and underground electrical designMotor Control designLighting design and calculationsCommunication systems (Data, telephone, internet), security, access control, and fire alarm designProven experience in the preparation of project specifications for material and equipment purchase and installationDemonstrated abilities in the delivery of accurate and thorough designs that meet industry standards, specifications, and good engineering practices with excellent constructabilityDemonstrated success in project management and business development across various types of projectsProven experience in the review of internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability including Canadian Electrical Code, CSA codes and regulations, UL, National Building codes, NFPA, and othersCoordination with various power and communications utilities and companies for successful completion and connection of power and communication lines to existing and new networksDemonstrated experience in maintaining complete project documentation with respect to design and construction, including all completion packages, as-built requirements and return data informationDemonstrated success leading teams of technical professionals on multi-disciplinary projectsExtensive experience in electrical power and distribution design, fault protection and protective relay design for power utilities is a plusProficiency providing technical leadership to a team of professionalsStrong organizational and interpersonal skills along with both verbal and written communicationWhy choose DillonDillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.We live our core values:Reliability: words result in actions that build trust;Achievement: do the work to hit the target;Continuous development: always learning; always adapting; always growing;Creativity: discover new possibilities;Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard;Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences.Dillon is a certified Great Place to Work. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an outstanding employee experience and cultivating an exceptional workplace culture. At Dillon, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. This designation reflects our ongoing efforts to ensure that our workplace is not just a place of work, but a community where everyone can thrive.In addition, we offer:Employee share purchase planDillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees.A competitive compensation packageComprehensive health benefitsGenerous retirement savings planStudent loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributionsFlexible work hours and hybrid working optionsDillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.Learning and Development opportunitiesAs a knowledge-based business, the organic growth of our knowledge and skills occur through our work performance and roles. The creation and sharing of knowledge allows us to take local knowledge to scale, capture lessons learned through experience, and continuously improve service delivery. The development of self and others is an evident and measured core behaviour within our organizationWe use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities.Focus on InnovationThe ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities.Employee and Family Assistance programA variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees.Goodlife Fitness Corporate MembershipOur employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees.Wellness SubsidyOur employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes.About DillonDillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 20 offices and more than 1000 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program.Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at DillonDillon is committed to the principles of employment equity, inclusiveness, and diversity within our organization. We strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and that respects and values differences.Inclusion is more than a word to us, it is the way we choose to run our business. We encourage you to contact us if you require accommodation during the interview process. 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