Distribution Designer

Hardline Engineering is a privately owned design and engineering firm specializing in low, medium and high voltage utility and industrial engineering services.

We are a diverse and equal opportunity employer with an open, honest and transparent workplace where we share information, ideas, concerns and challenges openly with each other and strive to be a great team together.

Innovation, optimization and automation are fundamental to our culture and our clients. Hardline was founded by two former utility engineers with a passion for delivering the highest quality products and services for our clients. We currently employ and deliver services to multiple clients Across Canada.

ROLE OBJECTIVE:

Reporting to the Distribution Team Lead, the Distribution Designer’s primary role will be to design distribution projects for Hardline Engineering clients. The designer must have previous PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, SAPS, SPIDAcalc, FortisALD and/ distribution experience and a strong understanding of fundamental line design concepts and theory. The designer will collaborate with various divisions including safety, stakeholder engagement & permitting, engineering, asset management, construction, accounting and procurement.

Intermediate, and senior level positions are available.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

To effectively complete the responsibilities of this position, the candidate must be able to complete the following:

· Develop PLS-CADD/distribution models that meet all required code requirements and client standards. Including developing terrain models from scratch and building libraries from scratch including material, weather, structure and loading files.

· Preparing scopes of work, cost estimates, feasibility studies, and developing detailed design documents.

· Understanding of both underground and overhead distribution and line theory and construction to make appropriate site assessments.

· Understanding of asset management and maintenance planning.

· Ensuring engineering work is consistently accurate, of a high quality, scheduled and completed to meet project deliverables.

· Manage, prioritize and effectively deliver multiple projects and work requests both internally and externally with clients.

· Looks for continuous improvement opportunities and mentors and guides junior staff.

· Leads by example regarding Health and Safety protocols and requirements.

· Perform periodic inspection audits, record finding, produce reports with recommendations and corrective action plans to ensure consistent application of EH&S procedures and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· B.Sc. Engineering, with P.Eng. designation preferred; equivalent experience considered.

· C.E.T or R.E.T designations will be considered.

· Must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

· Must be eligible for registration with APEGA, EBGC and APEGS.

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering and construction for Industrial and Utility power system type projects.

· Minimum of 2 years of PLS-CADD experience preferred.

· Minimum of 2 years of distribution design experience.

· Entrepreneurial approach and the ability to take on challenges in a changing environment.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives.

· Familiar with AutoCAD/MicroStation (basic knowledge of DXF vs. DGN/DWG., with ability to identify layers so they can be turned off if not required in PLS-CADD)

· Proficiency with computer systems and applications including the Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to manage multiple assignments with tight timelines.

· Self-motivated, positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven.

· Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with internal and external customers, stakeholders and co-workers.

· Excellent organizational skills that demonstrate the ability to resolve conflicting priorities.

· Ability to work in a team environment.

· Willing to travel from time to time for site audits and inspections.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $85,000.00-$105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

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Monday to Friday

Experience:

Licence/Certification:

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APEGA Registration (preferred)

Work Location: In person