Distribution Designer

4 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada Actalent Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Background & Summary:

(This role is a Designated Remote Role on our team - must be based on Vancouver Island)

We at Actalent Services are a fast-growing engineering consulting group which expanded to Canada in . A significant part of that growth has come out of our Western Canadian Operations focused on Infrastructure and Utilities projects. To support this growth, we have opened a role for an Distribution Designer (Post Grad Intern) to join our team on a contract for 8 months with opportunity for a full time role on our team after the 8 month Internship term. The selected individual will be a part of our Utilities Division in Canada, with our office in New Westminster, BC.

Key activities include liaising with project stakeholders, completing project designs and performing quality assurance functions.

The selected individual will join our rapidly growing team delivering projects to a variety of utility clients with a focus on electrical utility infrastructure. We are looking for people that take ownership, are career motivated, well organized and detail oriented with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

This role required Drug and Alcohol screening as a pre-employment requirement.

Job Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering (with preference to BCIT's Power & Industrial Controls Option) Willingness and flexible for a minimum of 40%-50% field inspection (within the Vancouver Island Region) Strong oral and written communication skills Proficient using MS Office and AutoCAD software

Considered an asset

Experience in design of Underground (UG) and/or Overhead (OH) power distribution systems is considered an asset Experience using SPIDAcalc, DAD and/or Passport Experience in field/site inspection and/or construction

Job Responsibilities

Design underground and overhead electrical infrastructure according to client and national standards and requirements. Use SPIDAcalc non-linear pole line analysis tool to evaluate pole design and create non-standard OH Line design solutions. Use of underground cable pulling calculation software to confirm design solutions. Use load balancing and fuse coordination software for distribution system improvement projects. Provide design for any non-standard/engineered solutions. Prepare design packages for review and submission. Packages to be provided for Pole Replacement/Maintenance, LPT/PMT/Livefront, Feeder Design, Smart Meter, Customer Driven 3rd Party Attachments, Automation and other BC Hydro Programs. Checking and reviewing work of peers Prepare issue for construction packages Coordinating with clients, co-workers, subcontractors, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders Attend project meetings and conduct site inspections and reviews Perform other tasks/responsibilities as assigned by reporting manager

À propos d'Actalent:

Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 consultants et plus de 4 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune .

La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion

Chez Actalent, la diversité et l’inclusion constituent le pont vers l’équité et la réussite de notre personnel. La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion (DE&I) sont ancrées dans notre culture par :

L’embauche des talents diversifiés ; Le maintien d’un environnement inclusif par une autoréflexion permanente ; La mise en place d’une culture de soin, d’engagement, et de reconnaissance par des résultats concrets ; L’assurance des opportunités de croissance pour nos gens.

Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30, consultants and more than 4, clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune .

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.


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