Electrical Design Specialist, Kitchener

Primary Location: CA - Kitchener, ON - 50 Sportsworld

Compensation: CAD 75,000 - CAD 95,000 - yearly

Job Description As a part of our continued growth, our Kitchener/London office has an outstanding opportunity for an Electrical Technologist. You will work in a team environment with intermediate and senior engineers to deliver advanced building, transportation, water&wastewater treatment and large pumping station projects to our client. This position is for a newly created position.

Responsibilities

Provide design, production and documentation developments for electrical power and distribution systems, lighting and system controls and building low voltage systems

Design and produce drawings and specifications for instrumentation and control devices for various processes including water/wastewater treatment, traffic, and industrial applications

Assist with engineering calculations, cable sizing, underground infrastructure design, lighting simulations and calculations, specifications and general project documentation

Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports using REVIT and/or AutoCAD software

Strictly adhere to AECOM's project CADD standards, including ability to adopt clients' standards upon request

Ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical aspects on project documentation produced in accordance with AECOM QA/QC procedures and clients' standards

Collaborate with engineers and other technologists to implement design modifications and improvements

Ensure that project deliverables are produced in a timely manner to expected quality and allocated budget

Monitor and document conformance with quality, performance, safety and code requirements

Support engineers to conduct site visits, coordination, inspections, and engineering assessments

Efficiently and effectively handle multiple tasks independently

Qualifications

College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field

Minimum 4 years of electrical design experience in a multi‑disciplinary electrical, instrumentation&control environment for commercial and/or industrial design using AUTODESK packages (AutoCAD, REVIT, Electrical CADD)

Holding or ability to obtain Reliability Level security clearance

Experience in the preliminary and detailed design phases of light industrial and/or municipal infrastructure (pump stations, water/ wastewater treatment plants)

Proven track record in design and production of engineering documents such as P&IDs, single line diagrams, control and communication system diagrams, electrical and instrument location drawings, loop&schematic wiring diagrams; developing equipment load schedules, cable&tray calculations, and instrumentation lists

Proven proficiency in developing construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD

Advanced AutoCAD or AutoCAD 3D skills required

Must be able to interpret engineers' notes&specifications and convert into detailed design drawings accurately and timely with minimal supervision

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Critical thinking to identify issues, present solutions and follow through to ensure completion

Capable of collaborating and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Must have a valid Ontario G Driver’s License and willingness to travel to job sites as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Certification or eligibility for certification with OACETT (Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Ontario)

6+ years’ experience in an electrical technologist role

Holding or ability to obtain Secret Level security clearance

Experience designing low and medium voltage distribution, standby generation, transformers, MCC and starters

Proficiency with Revit preferred

Experience in design of Instrumentation and Controls (PLC or DCS) considered

Knowledge of CAN/ULC Standards related to Fire Alarm design, installation, and verification

Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint

Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Codes and standards (e.g., CEC, NEC), NFPA and experience in 120/208VAC, 600VAC, low voltage and communication systems

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits

Paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan

Administrative Information

Relocation is not available for this position

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

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