Jr Design Engineer
ABOUT THE ROLE Jr. Design Engineers support construction teams with installation planning, drawing reviews, drafting, and coordination of electrical systems for multiple complex infrastructure projects under the direction of a Design Manager.
Jr. Design Engineers participate actively and maintain ongoing relations with project coordinators, clients, drafters, engineers and the design manager.
Company Overview Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada.
Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.
We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System.
Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.
Essential Functions Prepare value engineering proposals - when value engineering opportunities arise, will need to research the topic and prepare a proposal for stakeholder review RFI's - assist in writing, submitting, tracking, and distributing responses Ensure compliance with CSA, CEC, ESA, BCBC and all other applicable electrical standards during design processes Meetings - activity participate or lead regularly-scheduled meetings with clients, other contractors, and consultants.
Keep detailed notes when participating in meetings so ensure that project team members have the same understanding Compliance reviews - review drawings from outside consultants to check to code and SoR compliance on design assist and EPC projects Shop drawing reviews - review vender drawing packages to correct errors and to suggest optimizations, examples : distribution equipment, fire alarm, light fixtures Time management - will work on more than one project at a time, potentially with conflicting priorities;
need to communicate and plan to ensure that expectations are met Administrative tasks - complete various weekly tasks to support the engineering & design process and functionality of design processes, including tracking completion and task lists Regular and predictable attendance Other duties as assigned Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards ABOUT YOU Qualifications Background in Electrical Engineering BSC in Engineering An Engineer in Training (EIT) with the EGBC 1+ year of experience drafting for a construction firm or consulting firm Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Proficient with Blue beam Revu & Revit Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel Proficient with using CSA, CEC, ESA, and BCBC Standards Self-motivated and organized Ability to anticipate and adjust for challenges Good analytical thinking skills Committed to quality Attention to detail and accuracy Advanced knowledge of relevant legal policies and procedure and regulatory bodies Highly motivated and dedicated to work both independently as well as with direction from others WHAT WE OFFER Compensation & Benefits Salary $55,000 - $85,000 / year Commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services Dental Health, Basic / Preventative and Major Coverage ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).