Jr. Design Technician

Proudly awarded Platinum Standard in 2021 as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

, K-Line continues its quest to be the premier Canadian owned utilities solutions company. At K-Line, our core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Operational Excellence and Customer Satisfaction are the foundation of everything we do. We are a premier high voltage electrical contractor, that provides exceptional value to our utility and related partners through an unwavering commitment to these K-Line values. We currently have the following opportunity available out of

, location.

Position Name:

Junior Design Technician/Technologist

Department

: K-Tek Electro-Services

Working Conditions

: In office/remote depending on business needs

Job Overview

As a Junior Design Technician/Technologist, you will be working within the engineering and design team assisting in the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on high voltage distribution lines and substations for utilities and commercial/industrial operations. This is an excellent opportunity to continue to learn and develop your skillset while working in a great team environment on a wide range of exciting projects.

Responsibilities:

·        Assist or create design outputs for aspects of high voltage distribution lines and substations including overhead/underground distribution systems and transformer station design for utilities and commercial/industrial operations

·        Assist and perform rehabilitation project designs on power systems: from overhead to underground lines; rear lot to ROW; underground cable and/or transformer replacement, line expansions, relocates, and voltage conversions

·        Perform surveys and collect field data as required

·        Generate design estimates and quotations, develop proposals, provide customer solutions, and deliver customer solutions

·        Manage projects, develop, and maintain job/project documentation including drawings, specifications, quotations, change orders, submittals, comments, reviews, approvals, test sheets, reports as well as any other relevant documentation

Qualifications and Requirements

·        Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) or Certified Technician (C.Tech) certification, or 309A/442A certification or eligible for it

·        Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in Electrical Power systems

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Valid driver’s license

·        Working knowledge of AutoCAD is required. Knowledge of MicroStation is considered an asset

·        Prior Hydro One or Toronto Hydro distribution design experience is considered an asset

·        Field experience is considered an asset

·        Experience involving the distribution design of overhead and underground systems, substation layouts, pole line design and the preparation of design packages

·        Ability to generate and interpret electrical documents including EWDs, CWDs, and technical reports

·        Knowledge of relevant electrical safety standards, legislation, and regulations

·        Proficient with Microsoft 365

·        Ability to manage complex and time-sensitive projects

·        Excellent sense of professionalism including strong interpersonal skills

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Ability to work accurately, effectively under pressure and be adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines

To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply

. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email. No Agencies please.

Company Overview

K-Line was established in 1967 and is registered to the ISO 9001 Quality Management Standard and ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management Standard.

K-Line Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At K-Line, we respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.