Electrical Technologist

Job summary

The Electrical Technologist will assist engineers and project managers with design, drafting, and technical calculations for multi-disciplinary projects. They will also perform on-site observations, inspections, and commissioning of electrical systems during construction.

Job details

Overview Are you a driven individual with strong leadership and technical capabilities, passionate about the dynamic coastal environment? Do you excel at building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders? Are you a forward-thinking problem solver who thrives on innovation? If you're seeking an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise to coastal challenges, we want to hear from you! With excellent communication skills and a proactive approach, you'll thrive in our fast-paced and agile environment. Your opportunity Dillon’s Electrical discipline group is looking for an Electrical Technologist to fill an existing vacancy within our multidisciplinary team of professionals. You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting projects while providing clients with a fully integrated and superior customer experience. At Dillon, we operate as one team. The successful candidate can be based at any one of our following offices: Halifax, Sydney, Fredericton, Saint John. We offer flexible work hours to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Responsibilities What your day will look like Design & Drafting Assist Electrical Engineers and Project Managers with the design and drafting support for multi-disciplinary projects. Assist with the preparation of reports, specifications, and project memos. Assist with electrical calculations including voltage drop, load calculations, short circuit analysis and Arch Flash studies. On-site observation Performance of electrical observations and inspections during construction. Review shop drawings, respond to request for information from contractors. Commissioning of on-site systems. Business travel upon request. Learning & Development Commit to self-development and ongoing learning and professional development. Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees. Qualifications What you will need to succeed An electrical engineering technologist diploma. Registration as a Certified Engineering Technologist or eligibility to be certified within six months. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Experience Two to three years’ work experience, however less experienced professionals will be considered. Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2014 (or newer). Working knowledge of Revit as a Building Information Management (BIM) design tool. Working knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code and related building codes. Microstation experience is an asset. Hands-on experience in the design and drafting of electrical systems is required. Why choose Dillon Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results. We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop. We live our core values: Achievement: do the work to hit the target; Continuous Development: always learning; always adapting; always growing; Creativity: discover new possibilities; Courage: do the things that matter, especially when it’s hard; Inclusiveness: enabling belonging to draw strength from our differences; Reliability: words result in actions that build trust. In addition, we offer: Employee share purchase plan Dillon is 100% employee owned and share ownership is open to all employees. A competitive compensation package Comprehensive health benefits Generous retirement savings plan Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions Flexible work hours and hybrid working options Dillon values its staff and the contributions that are made each day and understands that work arrangements can differ based on personal needs and business needs. We are taking a trust-based approach to offer a variety of flexible and hybrid work options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Learning and Development opportunities As a knowledge-based business, we use a composite approach to development including coaching to build the how, mentoring to share lessons, advising to round out perspectives, and co-creation of knowledge through internal learning opportunities. Focus on Innovation The ability to anticipate, examine, and adopt new and innovative solutions is a crucial driver for the continual and progressive advancement of our business performance. In our culture, people are empowered to reflect and question current practices and seek forward looking solutions to today’s problems and tomorrow’s opportunities. Employee and Family Assistance program A variety of EFAP tools and online resources to support well-being are available to all employees. Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership Our employees can take advantage of reduced annual membership fees. Wellness Subsidy Our employees can take advantage of a wellness subsidy that can be put towards expenses for a variety of health and/or wellness related activities such as gym membership, purchase of home fitness equipment, yoga classes and dance classes. About Dillon Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities. Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 19 years in a row and has the distinction of being a Platinum Club member in this program. Health & Safety at Dillon Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards. Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know. We look forward to hearing from you. Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon We invest in modern technologies to enable continuous improvement across the organization. Please be advised that Dillon Consulting utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports this process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use. #LI-DNP

What you’ll do

The Electrical Technologist will assist engineers and project managers with design, drafting, and technical calculations for multi-disciplinary projects. They will also perform on-site observations, inspections, and commissioning of electrical systems during construction.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an electrical engineering technologist diploma and be registered or eligible for certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist. The role requires two to three years of experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and the Canadian Electrical Code.

Benefits

• Employee share purchase plan
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Flexible work hours
• Hybrid working options
• Employee and family assistance program
• Goodlife fitness corporate membership
• Wellness subsidy

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical design
• Drafting
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• BIM
• Voltage drop calculations
• Load calculations
• Short circuit analysis
• Arc flash studies
• Construction inspection
• Shop drawing review
• Commissioning
• Canadian electrical code
• Microstation
• Communication
• Leadership
• Report Writing
• Employment Equity
• Courage
• Continuous Development
• Self Development
• Planning
• Agile Methodology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Electrical Engineering
• Autodesk Revit
• Building Information Modeling
• Building Codes
• Management
• Certified Engineering Technologist
• Customer Service
• Composite Materials
• Consulting
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Creativity
• Design Tool
• Electrical Codes
• Electrical Systems
• Environmental Science
• Innovation
• Information Management
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Loans
• Project Management
• Memos
• Mentorship
• MicroStation (CAD Design Software)
• Relationship Building
• Coaching

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Consulting
• Energy
• Electrical Technologist
• Electrical Project Engineer
• Electrical Engineers

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