Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where everyone’s ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged, a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on projects that rally our team together, where you can proudly become a company shareholder.

At the end of the day, we’re proud to be able to say that when you join CIMA+, we’ll welcome you into a place that you can call home.

Job Description

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are currently looking for an Electrical Engineer in Distribution Design to work at our Mississauga or Kitchener, ON offices. You will be responsible for producing electrical utility designs and plans for overhead and underground distribution system improvements, upgrades, and new developments. Familiarity with electrical and civil utility construction standards and design practices is essential for this position. Design work will be performed within Ontario and will involve all aspects of electrical utility planning and design.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop, review, and approve detailed design deliverables for Utility Distribution systems including construction drawings for overhead and underground primary and secondary installations according to ON Reg 22/04 and Client standards.
Perform site visits to validate scope requirements and determine existing assets condition and prepare site survey reports.
Prepare/review technical calculations, drawings, bill of material and other deliverables and provide as required technical input for reports, specs, proposals, schedules, and costs.
Communicate with 3rd parties, permitting jurisdictions and Clients to align delivery requirements with scope expectations.
Prepare calculations, drawings, construction and work packages and other project base deliverables.
Review and certify Joint Use applications and approve HMRs on behalf of utilities.
Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on in project requirements.

Qualifications

University Degree in Electrical Engineering.
P.Eng Registration in Ontario
Minimum of five (5) years experience in developing designs for overhead pole lines, underground duct bank installations and conduit systems and residential subdivision systems renewals
Working knowledge of overhead and underground distribution construction standards, CSA standards C22-3 no 1-20, C22.3 no 7-2 and ON Reg 22/04. Strong knowledge of THESL and Alectra Distribution Standards will be considered as an advantage.
Working knowledge in applicable design software’s (e.g., AutoCAD, Microstation, SPIDACalc, Pull Planner etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of French is an asset.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively. Ability to create effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients' representatives, government agencies and the public.
Capability to work independently and in a team; and flexibility to respond to short notice assignments and respond to project-based Client demands.
Valid Ontario G driving licence

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
Work/Life balance policy across Canada
3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
Tailored training to improve your existing skills

For additional info or interest contact Jean-Renaud (JR) Blot

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Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Utility Distribution Engineer

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