Power Distribution Technologist

We are currently seeking skilled and experienced Power Distribution Technologist to join a dynamic team that is rapidly expanding come innovate with us! This position is be based out of our Halifax NS office and offers you an enriching professional environment allowing you to unlock your potential.Join a team thats shaping the electrical grid of the future. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing planning and overseeing the construction of Electrical Power Distribution networks. We offer a flexible hybrid work model enabling you to work from home and from one of our offices.

Primary Responsibilities 

Overhead or underground distribution network design: 

• Perform site visits to determine the nature of the work required. 
• Collect/research data from geographic information system (GIS). 
• Design technical specifications and prepare construction drawings.  
• Prepare job estimates bills of material & labour for customer requests. 
• Circulate proposed plans for review and permit approvals. 
• Coordinate schedules and deadlines monitor and update progress. 
• Liaise with customers to determine needs and negotiate issues to resolution. 
• Liaise with developers and municipal officials as required. 
• Respond to and/or resolve customer complaints. 
• Ensure completed work adheres to engineering and construction standards. 
• Prepare asbuilt construction drawings

Qualifications :

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or Civil Engineering or equivalent related education and experience.  
• Strong problemsolving skills and attention to detail. 
• Experience in designing overhead and underground distribution lines. 
• Experience in designing overhead and underground Transmission lines.   
• Experience with AutoCAD MicroStation Microsoft office and other software. 
• Experience with the use of PLS CADD SPIDACalc (an asset)  
• Experience in the use of GIS software (an asset)  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; French an asset 
• Selfmotivated ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
• Working knowledge of applicable codes regulations and standards.  
• Valid Drivers license and ability to travel to project sites.

In addition to the financial compensation CIMA offers:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your familys needs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to physical financial mental social and environmental wellbeing services 
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution  
• As an employeeowned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares
• 37.5 hours work week with opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode 
• Work /Life balance policy across Canada
• Vacation: Up to 5 weeks based on years of relevant experience
• Statutory Holidays: Eleven holidays plus a personal paid day off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Discounts: Group discounts on home and auto insurance fitness memberships technology mortgages and more
• Mentoring programs at local and national level
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

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Additional Information :

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression socioeconomic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenous people people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the selfidentification form when applying for employment.

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

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime