SDS (Substation Design Suite) Senior Designer - P&C and Telecom

Description

• Mentorship & Training: Guide and support junior designers or drafters in SDS workflows for both P&C and Telecom systems.
• Lead SDS-Based Design for Substations and Telecom: Execute and oversee substation design using SDS (Substation Design Suite), including Protection & Control (P&C) and Telecom systems within AutoCAD Electrical or other Autodesk environments.
• Template & Standards Development: Develop, maintain, and enhance SDS templates, symbol libraries, and workflows to support both P&C and Telecom designs based on industry and client-specific standards.
• Multi-Discipline Support: Design intelligent drawings and models for both Protection & Control and Telecommunication systems, including panel layouts, wiring diagrams, fiber routing, and radio or network infrastructure layout.
• Process & Tool Improvement: Identify opportunities for automation, customization, and improved workflows within SDS, especially in telecom design applications.
• Model and Documentation Management: Generate accurate 2D/3D models, construction drawings, cable schedules, bill of materials, and associated documentation for integrated substation and telecom design packages.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineers and project managers to coordinate physical and schematic designs, ensuring integration of Telecom systems into substation layouts.
• Quality Assurance: Review design outputs and ensure quality control, alignment with specifications, and compliance with utility or internal standards.
• Client Engagement: Provide technical input during client discussions for both Protection & Control and Telecom scope elements.

Requirements

• SDS or AutoCAD-related training certifications are considered assets.
• Certifications:CET designation or eligibility is a plus. SDS or AutoCAD-related training certifications are considered assets.
• Technical Knowledge:Solid understanding of substation Protection & Control components and Telecom network elements such as fiber, radios, routers, and multiplexers. Knowledge of telecom routing, panel layout, grounding, signal separation, and fiber splicing is desirable.
• Solid understanding of substation Protection & Control components and Telecom network elements such as fiber, radios, routers, and multiplexers.
• At least 2 years of hands-on demonstratable experience using SDS for P&C and/or telecom applications.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in substation and/or telecom design.
• Strong skills in AutoCAD, Substation Design Suite (SDS), AutoCAD Electrical and Vault Pro
• Standards Awareness:Familiarity with utility and industry standards such as IEEE, CSA, NESC, and IEC, especially as they relate to both protection and telecom design.
• Knowledge of telecom routing, panel layout, grounding, signal separation, and fiber splicing is desirable.
• Familiarity with utility and industry standards such as IEEE, CSA, NESC, and IEC, especially as they relate to both protection and telecom design.
• Knowledge in P4A or P4I is an asset.
• Experience with Telecom-specific drafting or design tools is a strong asset.
• CET designation or eligibility is a plus.
• Experience:Minimum 5–8 years of experience in substation and/or telecom design. At least 2 years of hands-on demonstratable experience using SDS for P&C and/or telecom applications.
• Software Proficiency:Strong skills in AutoCAD, Substation Design Suite (SDS), AutoCAD Electrical and Vault ProExperience with Telecom-specific drafting or design tools is a strong asset. Knowledge in P4A or P4I is an asset.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Soft Skills:Strong organizational, communication, and team collaboration skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and team collaboration skills.
• Education: Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Telecommunications Technology, or Computer-Aided Design (CAD).

Benefits

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills
• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance