Senior Engineer, Electrical

General Accountability

This position is responsible for performing and supervising conceptual and detailed electrical engineering designs for transit related infrastructures; instructs, supervises, directs and coordinates the work of staff and consultants preparing electrical drawings and specifications for contract documents; takes professional responsibility for designs as required by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO); and assists with the day-to-day management and supervision of the Electrical & Power Design section.

Key Job Functions

• Instructing, supervising, directing and coordinating the work of Design Engineers, Engineering Technologists and Design Draftspersons preparing electrical drawings and specifications for contract documents.
• Directing and overseeing the work of consultants.
• Supervising the production of standard drawings.
• Supervising and performing field reviews and shop drawing reviews.
• Performing and confirming design calculations and analysis with respect to electrical distribution network concepts.
• Conducting independent studies and analyses.
• Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.
• Candidate will be required to participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

Skills

Education and Experience

• Must be licensed with the PEO as a P.Eng, supported by a University Degree or College Diploma in Electrical Engineering, specializing in electrical systems, combined with several years of directly related work experience in a multidisciplinary design environment.
• Experience in dealing with local electric utilities/authorities having jurisdiction.
• Previous experience in supervising a team of engineers/designers is an asset.
  

Additional Requirements

• Sound knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices for the design and construction of electrical distribution network and associated systems in industrial facilities.
• Design expertise and experience in electrical building services systems.
• Specialized experience in transformers, switch-gear, equipment fault protection, automation and control, annunciation, lighting, emergency power, power distribution, and associated equipment and systems with specific knowledge of their application to the TTC’s electrical building services and its other facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of codes, regulations and standards that apply to industrial establishments and subway system.
• Proficiency in the use of computer software, including MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with MicroStation or AutoCAD drafting programmes to make minor drawing revisions.
• Sound judgement; strong technical, organizational, analytical and problem solving abilities; well developed supervisory, interpersonal, verbal communication, and engineering report writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out and/or coordinate projects and studies.
• A valid Province of Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence, and use of own vehicle for attending project sites, meetings, etc.