Transmission and Distribution Line Engineer
BESTECH is an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering services firm with over 25 years of proven success across many engineering disciplines. Operating at over 100 employees strong, we know that our value comes from our incredible team. We pride ourselves on being a Partner of Choice, not just to our clients but to our community and our employees.
This means ensuring not only that we are a company that clients want to work with but that we are a company our team would continue to choose to work for. As part of this promise, we are committed to prioritizing employees, maintaining open communications, and consistently improving and growing.
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At BESTECH, we invite you to be part of an environment that ensures that the time you spend with us during the week is not only safe and inclusive but also vibrantly supportive, intellectually challenging, and genuinely fun.
Join us and become more than a coworker; be a teammate.
Your voice will be heard, and your contributions celebrated as we work together, drawing on collective insights to thrive. Embrace the opportunity to grow with us, staying ahead of industry trends and custom solutions.
As part of the BESTECH team, you will be instrumental in ensuring that we achieve operational excellence, solve challenges creatively, and collaborate with a diverse team.
Whether you want to learn from the best, build up the next generation, or just do what you love with an amazing group of people around you, BESTECH is the place for you.
Job summary
Reporting to the Supervisor of Transmission and Distribution Line Engineering Services, you will play a key role in the design and optimization of transmission and distribution systems. Your role will involve collaborating closely with clients to understand their needs and with our dedicated team to ensure successful coordination throughout the course of projects. This position involves working with clients on a variety of projects, from initial design and feasibility studies to project implementation and maintenance. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise and consulting experience, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Your key accountabilities
- Design and analyze transmission and distribution systems, including structural/electrical design, material selection for fit and function, and specify equipment, to meet client requirements.
- Conduct full feasibility studies, including estimates, preliminary modelling and electrical clearance checks.
- Research and collaborate with vendors to ensure proper specification, quotation of materials and education of junior staff.
- Collaborate with engineering teams, clients, and other stakeholders to incorporate design requirements and ensure seamless project execution.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and client standards to maintain the integrity and reliability of overhead infrastructure.
- Prepare detailed engineering drawings, technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and other necessary documentation for client approval.
- Oversee and markup drawing packages as they relate to overhead systems projects to assure content meets client goals and design expectations.
- Guide and mentor junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality project outcomes.
- Stay informed about the latest developments in powerline engineering and incorporate best practices into project designs.
- Assist in the development of proposals and the quotation of new projects.
- Liaise with government agencies, municipalities, and other regulatory bodies to obtain necessary permits and ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Prepare reports and documentation required for approvals, permits, and project updates.
- Prepare construction scopes and design basis for overhead systems projects.
- Conduct field surveys to assess existing conditions and gather relevant data, including terrain, right-of-way, existing infrastructure, environmental constraints, and other relevant factors that may impact overhead systems design.
- Provide support during the construction phase of projects, responding to queries and clarifications from construction teams, and addressing design modifications and adjustments as needed.
- Seek opportunities to improve design efficiency and quality.
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the engineering team, promoting best practices and adherence to industry standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional engineering license in the province of Ontario is preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in overhead powerline system design and engineering, ideally within a consulting environment.
- Experience with all voltages 230 kV and below, OPGW, and fiber.
- Proficient in overhead system analysis software (e.g. PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, SPIDAcalc, etc.)
- Ability to analyze component fit and tolerances to avoid construction issues.
- Strong knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems, with a deep understanding of industry standards and regulations.
- Familiarity with relevant safety standards, utility codes, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving and time management skills.
- Detail-oriented and able to maintain accurate documentation throughout the design process of projects.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing high-priorities.
- Self-disciplined and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision or in a team environment.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and sustainable design practices.
- Willingness to travel as needed for project assessments, meetings and on-site support.
- A valid driver’s licence with access to a personal vehicle is required.
Type or Salary Range
Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours/week)
We offer a competitive salary that is commensurate with your unique combination of experience and industry knowledge. Beyond the monetary compensation, we provide a robust package of employee benefits, which you can explore in detail on our website.
We recognize that individual growth is the cornerstone of our success.
We are committed to providing comprehensive internal training and mentorship programs designed to empower you to expand your skill set, increase your industry expertise, and advance your career with us.
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BESTECH Canada Limited offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We are proud of and continuously strive to improve our employee culture and value an equitable and balanced life/work approach.
We invite applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. BESTECH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of our career posting, please contact Human Resources at (705) 675-7720. All responses are appreciated and will be handled with strict confidence.
Please be advised that only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted, and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
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