Distribution Engineer

Iconic Power Systems is experiencing steady growth as we continue to build long-term relationships with existing clients and foster relationships with new clients by providing them with consistently high-quality products and services. If you are motivated by innovation, growth, teamwork, and complete client satisfaction, we have a career for you. We offer an attractive remuneration package including health and RRSP benefits. Summary Reporting to the Engineering Lead, the Distribution Engineer designs and reviews the design work for several shallow utility distribution projects, ensuring accuracy and supporting team members in a fast-paced environment. They will be responsible for the creation, accuracy, quality and constructability of designs, calculations and estimates for utility projects of all sizes. Effective collaboration and communication with multiple internal and external stakeholders are required by the Distribution Engineer to progress designs through all project stages. Distribution Engineer may contribute to distribution bid proposals, estimates and material calculations and is responsible for the accuracy of quoted work. The Distribution Engineer is responsible for handover of high-quality design packages to the customer or project team, on schedule, and is responsible to resolve design related issues and field level questions while projects are underway. The Distribution Engineer will work closely with project management to ensure all design/build projects are profitable and delivered on time. Qualifications A Bachelors degree in Engineering or a Technical Diploma in Engineering Technology. Registration as a P.Eng or PL.Eng with APEGA 4-8 years experience working in an electrical engineering environment, with extensive experience in design and cost estimating of electrical distribution projects, commercial projects, or industrial projects. Skills Advanced experience in managing multiple proposals, estimates and designs at the same time. Ability to create and authenticate engineering drawings and design information according to established standards and procedures. Capable of developing estimates based on drawings and scopes of work. Subject matter expert in design and construction including applicable electrical codes, standards, and specifications. Ability to read and comprehend electrical and construction plans from, customers and consultants. Superior ability to meet tight deadlines and multi-task. Able to develop project schedules based on proposal details. Capacity to resolve complex issues in a timely manner. Ability to build relationships with clients, consultants, approval authorities and utility representatives. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively lead, train and provide mentorship to other design and drafting professionals. Ability to maintain customer relationships while identifying and supporting and establishing new opportunities and business lines. Experience with software such as Spida-Calc, Bluebeam, PLSCAD, AGI-32, Microstation, and AutoCAD, would be considered an asset. Duties Prepare accurate estimates of costs of materials, labour, and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications. Analyze plans and utility documentation to complete designs that meet client requirements. Perform engineering calculations such as pole line analysis, pulling tension calculations etc. As required, compile project BOM’s based on drawings, specifications, codes, and standards to be submitted to procurement for purchasing. Analyze customer plans and utility documentation to develop distribution project proposals, preliminary designs, and schedules. Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bluebeam or other design software to prepare designs from conceptual stage through to project completion. Submission of design packages for approval. Obtain all necessary permits, agreements and design approvals requir…

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