Electrical Engineer

RJC EngineersToronto, ON, CA

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$46.00 hourly

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Candidate Profile

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the evaluation, assessment and improvement design for existing residential, commercial and industrial buildings directly for building owners and operators. The successful candidate will be a member of the Building Science and Restoration Team and must be comfortable dealing with clients, communicating with contractors and working on active construction sites. A commitment to providing first-rate client service and technical excellence to deliver practical, creative solutions is essential. An inquisitive outlook, a hard worker who readily and quickly assumes responsibility and a team player who has the ability to work independently with minimum direction are traits that are required to be successful in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to :

Manage projects and clients from conceptual design to final completion
Site investigation and evaluation of existing buildings
Formulate retrofit programs and recommend the project concept to the client
Design and analysis of existing building components, upgrades and improvements
Preparation of reports and studies
Preparation of electrical drawings and specifications
Design building systems in accordance with office standards, the requirements of municipal or provincial building codes, and other applicable standards
Check layouts and services for continuity; developing various electrical systems layouts in co-ordination with the structural, architectural, and mechanical components of the building
Develop lighting layouts and coordinate with other disciplines
Develop power distribution layouts and sizing, as well as layouts of electrical / switch / transformer rooms
Perform electrical load calculations for base building projects
Respond to both internal and external communication regarding the design status
Liaise with all project consultants; coordinate design requirements with all disciplines and supervise drawings between other disciplines; check layouts of electrical services for interferences with other components of the building such as structure, ceilings, millwork etc.
Design electrical building systems directly in Revit / CAD; adhering to company BIM / CAD standards
Coordination with other engineering and architectural disciplines
Contract administration / construction review while implementing retrofit work
Mentor and train junior staff
Market and solicit work from new and existing clients

Professional Qualifications & Experience

EDUCATION

Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited university

Registered with the Professional Engineers of Ontario

EXPERIENCE

5-8 years of electrical engineering experience

Supervision of 2 or 3 junior engineers / engineering interns / technologists

SKILLS

Committed to client service and technical excellence

Ability to conceptualize design with an understanding of constructability

Team player with ability to work independently with minimum direction

Familiarity with systems such as electrical distribution, fire alarm, lighting, security, communication and / or audio-visual systems and preferred assets

Familiarity with lighting calculations and able to perform such calculations

Familiar with structural, architectural, and mechanical models to appreciate space limitations and interferences

Highly innovative and motivated with an attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively with both internal and external clients

Able to work independently, as well as contribute to the team

Strong attention to detail and produce error free, high quality work

Demonstrated effective communication skills

Able to interact professionally with all levels of business personnel and build strong working relationships

Proven leadership skills

Exceptional organizational, time-management, and project management skills

Self-motivated, faster learner with the desire to continually learn and grow

Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with all stakeholders

Rewards & Benefits

Here are a few reasons why others have joined our team :

An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work

Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career

An employee owned organization providing greater opportunity

A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success

An extensive and generous benefits package

A $1000 annual spending account that promotes health, wellness, and an active lifestyle

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Electrical Engineer • Toronto, ON, CA