Electrical Systems Designer

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Smith + Andersen Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to join our team at Smith + Andersen. As an Electrical Designer, you will be responsible for designing electrical building systems, including electrical distribution, fire alarm, lighting, security, communication, and audio-visual systems. You will work closely with our team of engineers and architects to deliver high-quality designs that meet the needs of our clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design electrical building systems, including electrical distribution, fire alarm, lighting, security, communication, and audio-visual systems.
  • Work closely with our team of engineers and architects to deliver high-quality designs that meet the needs of our clients.
  • Prepare drawings, specifications, and reports necessary to deliver a project.
  • Check layouts and services for continuity; developing various electrical systems layouts in co-ordination with the structural, architectural, and mechanical components of a building.
  • Develop lighting layouts and coordinate with other disciplines.
  • Develop power distribution layouts and sizing, as well as layouts of electrical/switch/transformer rooms.
  • Perform electrical load calculations for base building projects.
  • Respond to both internal and external communication regarding project or design status; report to the principal and/or project manager regarding the design status.
  • Liaise with all project consultants; coordinate design requirements with all disciplines and supervise drawings between other disciplines; check layouts of electrical services for interferences with other components of the building such as structure, ceilings, millwork, etc.
  • Design electrical building systems directly in Revit/CAD; adhering to company BIM/CAD standards.
  • Work with clash/coordination reports, assisting with model audits and overall health of the model.
  • Liaise with suppliers and/or manufacturers for design support, equipment and component selection.
  • Assist in construction administration by reviewing equipment shop drawings and conducting site visits, site reviews and preparing change notices, site instructions, etc.
Requirements
  • Three or more years of direct industry experience in the field of electrical building services preferred.
  • Diploma/Degree from an electrical building services/engineering program.
  • A C.E.T. with equivalent experience and abilities will be considered.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment driven by project deadlines.
  • Knowledge and experience working with Autodesk Revit 2017 or newer is required, with exposure to electrical layouts and systems.
  • Working knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, Navisworks Manage, and Dynamo software.
  • Knowledge of all Microsoft Office suites, specifically Word and Excel.
  • Familiarity with systems such as electrical distribution, fire alarm, lighting, security, communication and/or audio-visual systems are preferred assets.
  • Familiarity with lighting calculations and able to perform such calculations.
  • Familiar with structural, architectural, and mechanical models to appreciate space limitations and interferences.
  • Highly innovative and motivated with an attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively with both internal and external clients.
  • Able to work independently, as well as contribute to the team.
About Smith + Andersen

Smith + Andersen is a trusted Canadian consulting engineering firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, London, Hamilton, Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax. We have established lasting relationships with public and private sector clients across the country, delivering efficient, sustainable, and reliable design and engineering solutions on the most exciting projects.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the highly collaborative culture we've built and for empowering employees to do great work. Our values drive and define everything we do, demonstrating a deep commitment to sustainability, mentorship, and quality work that spans nearly six decades in business.



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