Electrical Designer

Electrical Designer

Overview

The Electrical Designer will work with engineers using computer aided design (CADD) software to create detailed and complex diagrams and models of electrical systems along with associated documentation (Bill of Materials, work scope, etc.), and also to revise existing drawings as necessary in accordance with client standards. The Designer will also be responsible for providing technical support to the Engineering teams and will be expected to maintain proper communication with the client and with team members.

The Designer will also be responsible for providing technical support to other drafters and will be expected to maintain proper communication with the client and with team members. Specializations may includeelectrical and civil/structural.

What will you do as an Electrical Designer at Spark Power?

Creating diagrams of complex electrical systems

• Work with engineering personnel to create drawings for the engineering design package for projects, including single lines, schematics, layouts, bill of materials and installation drawings. This may come from written or verbal instructions.
• Under supervision of engineering personnel, perform calculations and associated detailed design drafting of plant layouts (power, grounding, lighting, lightning, electric heat tracing and equipment layouts) and associated single lines, three-lines & schematics/wiring diagrams.
• Create 3D models and the extraction of data from 3D models
• Perform drafting of field mark-ups for record drawings.
• Managing drafting standards, templates and cells.
• Create and store documents electronically.
• Liaise with customers and team members for regular communication and feedback on work progress.
• Make site visits as required.
• Train and provide technical support to drafting team members.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Assist with project preparation and close-out
• Help with the preparation of projects.
• Support team members in filling out project paperwork
• Any other duties as assigned

Do you have the Spark?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Diploma in Engineering Drafting Technology from a recognized technical institute
• Eligible for registration as a C.E.T with ASET would be considered an asset
• Intermediate level – minimum of 6+ years’ design experience in Industrial Electrical Design
• Junior level – less than 6 years of experience design in Industrial Electrical Design
• Proficient with drafting/drawing software including but not limited to AutoCAD, NavisWorks, Microsoft Visio
• Experience modelling 2D and 3D within AutoCAD or other industry accepted 3D modelling software
• Civil design experience would be considered an asset
• Adaptability – Adapts interpersonal skills to work with diverse individuals in a constantly changing environment.
• Business Perspective – Demonstrates thorough understanding of how each business unit adds value to the organization. Explores and addresses underlying, and long-term client needs while scanning the environment to identify new contacts.
• Creativity & Innovation – Thrives on creating new ideas, solutions or approaches to ongoing challenges.
• Decision Making – Makes decisions by weighing interrelated factors which are incomplete or contradictory.
• Initiative – Identifies and acts to resolve all issues and problems as they arise, regardless of responsibility area. Makes decisions by weighing interrelated factors which are incomplete or contradictory.
• Problem Solving – Identifies alternate solutions to standard problems using unclear criteria or procedures.
• Resilience – Works effectively and retains perspective in the face of difficult or demanding situations such as ambiguity, frequent change, and high workloads.

Here are some of the perks Spark employees enjoy:

• Diverse and exciting projects and customer base (industrial, commercial, institutional, renewable energy)
• Continuous training and skills improvement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Excellent benefits package
• RRSP and Employee Share Ownership Program
• …much more

Who is Spark Power?

• We provide end-to-end electrical contracting, operations and maintenance services, and energy sustainability solutions to the industrial, commercial, utility, and renewable asset markets.
• We have over 1300 employees across 38 offices across North America.
• We have numerous exciting projects in commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors across Canada and the US.