Electrical Designer

Key Accountabilities:

  • Review contract documentation, engineering design (drawings and calculations), technical documents, and schedules.
  • Familiar with industrial electrical distribution and control systems.
  • Knowledge of technical writing (client reports, equipment specifications, construction specifications).
  • Capable of reviewing and providing comments on electrical detailed design drawings such as schematics (protection & control, DC elementary, etc.).
  • Knowledge of auxiliary systems layouts (equipment, cabling, cable tray, grounding, etc.).
  • Knowledge of single and three-line diagrams.
  • Knowledge of interconnection wiring diagrams (equipment and panel wiring).
  • Knowledge of communication block diagrams.
  • Experience with electrical design utilizing Solidworks Electrical and AutoCAD tools.
  • Prepare calculations for sizing/selection of commonly used power and control systems (electrical load calculations, cabling, etc.).
  • Resolve design issues at the site and support site commissioning work if required.
  • Coordinate, interact, and work collaboratively with other team members, vendors, and the client on-site.
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Have basic knowledge of construction methods and installation details related to electrical equipment and with codes and standards: CuL, OESC, CSA, IEEE, NFPA, NEC, IEEE Standards.
  • Ability to work efficiently and demonstrate effective organizational skills to handle multiple projects and tasks.
  • Demonstrate leadership and business development skills.
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others with or without supervision.

Requirements:

  • Must have excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
  • Must demonstrate an understanding of quality standards relative to electrical design and planning, engineering fundamentals, and principles.
  • Must possess basic knowledge of Electrical Safety Code regulations for the relevant jurisdiction.
  • Must have experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and industrial electrical schematics.
  • Must be proficient in MS Office Applications, CAD software, including AutoCAD or Solidworks Electrical, and willing to learn new tools and software.
  • Must be proficient or have basic knowledge of PLC programming or VBA programming.
  • Minimum of 1-3 years of electrical engineering and design experience.
  • Must have at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent to a college diploma in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation or Controls or relevant engineering streams.
  • Familiarize yourself with and exhibit the characteristics and values associated with Descon’s Success Principles: LEARN. INNOVATE. DELIVER!
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Desire to learn.
  • Positive attitude.