Job Description

Supporting our growing Hydro division, under supervision you will perform specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of a junior engineer-in-training including:

Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures. Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests. Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision. Independently perform all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works. Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position. Independently work to provide EI&C engineering tasks for projects to clients based in Western Canada especially for BC Hydro type of work. Design and develop contract specifications, studies and reports for electrical power and distribution systems, grounding, lighting, cable tray system, cable feeder sizing, soft-start and variable speed drives, standby power, and low voltage systems (fire alarm, telecommunications and security systems) focused on building systems applications. Capable to develop single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, equipment layout and elevation drawings, P&IDs, grounding layouts, motor schematics and wiring diagrams, instrument loop diagrams, equipment interconnection wiring diagrams, AC/DC schematics, cable schedules, cable tray layouts, area classification drawings, fire alarm riser and layout, control panel layouts, specifications, cost estimates, lighting layouts and other building systems without supervision. Take direction from Projects' Managers and Leads and work closely with other discipline Designers and Engineers as a key team player for coordination and liaison of project deliverables under supervision. Strictly adhere to AECOM's project design and specification standards, including capability of learning and adopting clients' standards and requirements as required. Ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical aspect on project documentation produced in accordance with AECOM QA/QC procedures and with the clients' standards and expectations.

Qualifications

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Minimum requirements:

University Degree in Electrical Engineering, (Power Systems focus) from an accredited post-secondary institution. Knowledge of electrical related design and commissioning, preferably encompassing hydropower station electrical systems, substation design, and/or protection and control.

Preferred qualifications:

2+ years related industry and engineering design experience in a multi-disciplinary electrical, power and/or instrumentation & control environment - power generation, transmission, or industrial power system design (hydro experience preferred). Registered Professional in Canada (EGBC preferred)as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligibility to quickly obtain EGBC registration with registration in another Canadian jurisdiction. Exposure to the Canadian Electrical Code, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), other recognized standards such as CEC, IEEE, NFPA, NEMA, NESC, ANSI, ATS, ISA, IESNA. Exposure to design and production of tender documents such as P&IDs, single line diagrams, control and communication system diagrams, electrical and instrument location drawings, loop & schematic wiring diagrams; developing equipment load schedules, cable & tray calculations, instrumentation list and specifications sheets, standard details; contract specifications, electrical studies and reports. Exposure to electrical system studies and calculations. Proficient in use of AutoCADand/or other design tools (AutoCAD P&IDs/Electrical, REVIT MEP) will be a desirable asset. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project). Good analytical skills and attention to detail. Exposure to utility design practices (BC Hydro, Hydro One, Manitoba Hydro, etc.) is a strong asset. Excellent English written and oral communications skills; proven interpersonal skills, self-motivated, results oriented, ability to work independently and be flexible to perform work under tight schedules in a fast-paced integrated multi-disciplinary team environment.

Additional Information

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Relocation is not available for this position. Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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