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Design Technologist (PWU)
Alectra Inc.
Design utility distribution plans, estimates and stakeholder coordination.
8d ago
C$37 - C$59
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Distribution
Smart Grid Solutions
Electricity Management
Utility Services
Sustainability Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Electrification
Sustainability
Power Services
High Voltage Infrastructure
Transformer Maintenance
Switchgear Maintenance
Renewable Energy
Role
What you would be doing
cadd design
site monitoring
line staking
stakeholder liaison
safety compliance
technical support
- Responsible for a working knowledge and understanding of and make all efforts reasonable to work in accordance with and ensuring work is done in compliance with the appropriate safety legislation, EUSR rules, Alectra policies and procedures and safe work practices that apply to the work while adhering to the internal responsibility system. Reports any unsafe conditions or observed unsafe work practices using Alectra procedures.
- To liaise with the City, Region, other Utilities, Customers, Developers and Contractors related to the design and construction of projects. Interdepartmental liaison and project co-ordination with other utilities and authorities to process/secure permits, agreements, etc.
- Monitoring construction on all projects by regularly scheduled job site reviews. Administer the Joint use transfer list and coordinate with external agencies.
- Provides training, mentoring and assistance to other Design Technologists, including Co-Op students.
- Communicates and provides technical support and guidance to municipalities, developers, contractors, electrical/civil consultants, architects, field supervisors, government agencies and customers to ensure work co-ordination and compliance with specifications, policies, standards, procedures and practices.
- Prepares Offer’s to Connect and Draft Plan Comments for specific sites, outlining financial, construction, compliance and legal obligations of the customer and Alectra.
- Review easement documents and provide comments in regards to expansion and rebuild projects.
- Perform field line staking as required.
- Create detailed designs of overhead and underground systems including customer services that incorporate best utility practices in accordance with applicable standards, laws, codes and regulations to deliver power in a safe, cost effective and reliable manner. The incumbent will be required to perform their designs within CADD software.
- Responsible for scope, budget and material requirements for the duration of all assigned projects. Perform required calculations and prepare detailed schematics for proposed projects involving system expansion and rebuilds.
- Assesses and resolves customer complaints and advises customers and their representatives of Alectra Utilities’ standards and associated fees.
- Ensure designs meet all regulatory and applicable standards such as ESA Regulation 22/04, CSA standards as well as adhere to Alectra’s own policies, procedures and standards.
- Determines customer and electrical load requirements from attending site meetings and/or service applications for new, temporary and upgraded electrical services. Integrated co-ordination of system schematics with design technicians, Control Room operators and with other applicable workgroups.
What you bring
cad
gis
engineering tech
oacett
5+ years
problem solving
- Requires advanced skills in the use of computer software programs for CAD, GIS, document management system, work order management system, customer information system, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications.
- Familiarity with materials and construction standards.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong commitment to providing customer service.
- Valid class G driver’s license.
- Knowledge of materials, construction standards, approval process, PUCC’s, permits, etc.
- Familiarity with design of overhead, underground distribution systems up to 44kV level.
- Completion of a 3 year Engineering Technology program, with preference given to Electrical (Power Option) and/or Civil (Structural Option).
- Minimum five (5) years related experience.
- In-depth knowledge of design criteria such as tension and guying calculations, conductor load, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to solve moderately complex problems.
- Eligible for OACETT registration.
- Knowledgeable of Civil infrastructure such as water main, sewers, road construction, soil conditions and able to interpret plan and profile drawings.
- Familiarity with Ontario Energy Board Distribution System Code, and other requirements by Provincial and Federal regulated agencies.
- We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
- Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
- We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
- We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
- Flexible attitude toward work assignment.
- Hybrid work environment: Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.
- Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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Company
Overview
1 million
customers served
Over 1 million homes and businesses are served across Ontario.
C$300M annually
infrastructure investment
Invests in infrastructure renewal to modernize energy distribution systems.
90+
EV charging stations
Provides turnkey solutions for electrifying fleets and transit systems.
- As Canada’s largest municipally-owned electric utility by customer base, it serves over 1 million homes and businesses.
- Its financial strategy includes issuing large debenture offerings and investing roughly C$300 million annually in infrastructure renewal.
- Specializing in grid modernization, EV charging networks, distributed energy, sub-metering, and smart metering projects.
- Through its Alectra Energy Solutions arm, it delivers turnkey EV fleet and transit electrification—installing 90+ charging stations.
- Unusual breadth: combines traditional electricity distribution with cloud-based energy market platforms and behind-the-meter solutions.
- Operates storm-restoration businesses across Eastern Canada and the U.S., becoming the region’s largest power-restoration firm.
- Safety
- Customer focus
- Respect
- Excellence
- Innovation
16.9% Emissions Reduction
GHG EMISSIONS REDUCTION
Achieved a 16.9% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from fleet and facility operations since 2016.
28% Water Reduction
CORPORATE WATER USE REDUCTION
Corporate water use reduced by 28% (from 34,534 m³ in 2016 to 25,472 m³ in 2023).
30% Paperless Billing
CUSTOMER PAPERLESS BILLING
Over 30% of customers utilize paperless billing services.
12% Fuel Efficiency
FUEL CONSUMPTION REDUCTION
12% reduction in fuel consumption achieved through fleet optimization and clean-tech initiatives.
- Committed to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
- Four facilities built to LEED standards (two Gold, two certified); new Brampton operations centre targeting LEED Gold
- Over 100,000 energy-efficient LED streetlights installed; added 35,000 LEDs in 2020
- All cafeterias have full organic waste collection
- In procurement, prefers suppliers with GHG reduction targets
- Create a culture of belonging where everyone feels safe to be themselves and use their voices
- Commit to strengthening fairness and equity by co-creating culture with employees via listening, feedback and collaboration
- Enhance psychological and physical safety to support total employee well-being
- Enhance recruitment practices, inclusive workplace policies, leadership & employee training, diversity celebrations, engagement opportunities
- Signatory to Leadership Accord and Equal by 30 initiatives
- Semi-annual reporting using ED&I scorecard tracking metrics on recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, career development and succession
- Established ED&I Scholarship with McMaster DeGroote and ED&I Undergraduate Award with York University
- Policy aligns with Ontario Human Rights Code—covers equity in hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, transfers and programs
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