Distribution Design Coop Student

2 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada Primary Engineering and Construction Full time

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation (Primary) is a leading provider of professional engineering and construction services. Our diverse teams and inclusive culture are the core that powers Primary, enabling us to tailor solutions to clients' and Engineering communities’ specific needs through listening to and embracing unique perspectives. Primary connects them to what is possible today and provides a solid foundation for tomorrow.
We offer an extensive array of comprehensive engineering design and design/build services encompassing power system engineering, design-build services for utilities, joint use and telecommunication design, traffic and transportation engineering, and renewable energy systems. These services cater to a diverse range of clients, including electric utility companies, developers, builders, commercial and industrial businesses, mining companies, government, and private contractors. We are driven to build long-term relationships with both our customers and employees.
At Primary, we are dedicated to fostering an open and safe environment where all voices, whether from our team members, clients, or community, are valued and heard. As we grow our company, we remain committed to breaking down barriers and creating new opportunities within our industry.
Reporting to the Manager, Vancouver Island Operations, the Distribution Design Co-op Student is primarily responsible for designing and drafting underground and overhead electrical distribution infrastructure. This is a 4 OR 8-month term, starting January 2025.

**Responsibilities**:

- Design and AutoCAD drafting of underground and overhead medium voltage electrical distribution infrastructure (4kV - 25kV).
- Material take-offs and project estimating.
- Transformer loading, voltage drop, and cable pull calculations.
- Reviewing 3rd party drawings such as civil, architectural, landscape, and on-site electrical to coordinate and eliminate design conflicts.
- Creating and updating automation macros using VBA programming.
- Preparing technical documentation.
- Site visits to inspect civil and electrical power infrastructure.
- Project schedule management and tracking.
- Design coordination with customers, municipal authorities, other utilities & various project stakeholders.
- Other duties as required.
- Successful completion of at least one year of an engineering program at an accredited university or college (electrical or civil preferred).
- Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with other roles (project managers, designers, drafters, materials and construction vendors, survey, and marketing) to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, on time, and on budget.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office 365.
- Experience working in the civil or electric utility industry.
- Familiarity with BC Hydro design and construction standards would be an asset.
- Class 5 driver’s license.

**Qualities that will help you succeed**:

- Great interpersonal skills with the ability to develop business relationships conducted in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated self-motivation and drive for improvement.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently.

Primary offers a highly competitive compensation package including, competitive salaries, bonuses, Health & Dental benefits, Health Care Spending Account, flexible work schedules, paid vacation, Company Matching RRSP, flex days, and several career and professional development opportunities.
**Please Note, you must be a Canadian Citizen or have a valid work permit



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