Design Technologist

Description

• 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.
• Assesses and resolves customer complaints and advises customers and their representatives of Alectra Utilities’ standards and associated fees.
• Review easement documents and provide comments in regards to expansion and rebuild projects.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Perform field line staking as required.
• Prepares Offer’s to Connect and Draft Plan Comments for specific sites, outlining financial, construction, compliance and legal obligations of the customer and Alectra.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable of Civil infrastructure such as water main, sewers, road construction, soil conditions and able to interpret plan and profile drawings.
• Eligible for OACETT registration.
• Valid class G driver’s license.
• Knowledge of materials, construction standards, approval process, PUCC’s, permits, etc.
• Minimum five (5) years related experience.
• 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.
• In-depth knowledge of design criteria such as tension and guying calculations, conductor load, etc.
• Familiarity with materials and construction standards.
• Familiarity with Ontario Energy Board Distribution System Code, and other requirements by Provincial and Federal regulated agencies.
• Completion of a 3 year Engineering Technology program, with preference given to Electrical (Power Option) and/or Civil (Structural Option).
• Familiarity with design of overhead, underground distribution systems up to 44kV level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong commitment to providing customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to solve moderately complex problems.
• As per the Collective Agreement, any permanent new hire in their bargaining unit must remain in their current position for at least twelve (12) months prior to commencing a new position.

Benefits

• 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 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:
• 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.
• Flexible attitude toward work assignment.
• Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance