Design Specialist/Technologist

FortisAlberta•Airdrie, AB

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At FortisAlberta we invest in our greatest resource – our people. As Alberta’s largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, FortisAlberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety. Under the general supervision of the Supervisor Central Projects, the Design Specialist/Technologist is responsible for designing or applying a standard design to a diverse range of distribution projects. This position will be accountable for the design of any type and/or size of project including projects requiring use of computer software to help with technical calculations and/or for projects requiring technical field skills to validate the design.

Requirements

An Electrical Engineering Technology diploma is required, however a Civil or Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma with 4 years direct electrical industry experience may be considered.
A valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

A Project Management certificate is considered an asset.
A Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation or a Professional Technologist designation is considered an asset.
A Journeyman Power Line Technician or Power Systems Electrician certificate is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Confirm scope, prepare or provide input to estimates on a diverse range of distribution projects.
Ensure the accuracy of all project data in SAP, AM/FM and the project management tool.
Travel and perform field checks as required.
Perform Risk and Hazard Assessments.
Stake and locate new services, as required.
Identify possible environmental concerns and initiate Environmental Field Reports.
Apply standards and check designs based on codes and current engineering policies.
Use of computer software to complete technical calculations to validate design.
Coordinate the installation and commissioning of distribution equipment.
Provide informal coaching and guidance to other projects team members.
Provide technical guidance to customers, stakeholders, and external consultants.
Responsible for coordinating and scheduling a diverse range of distribution projects.
Provide excellent customer service by communicating with customers on design requirements and following through with customer design concerns to resolution.
Participate on committees, special projects, and business process teams.
Special projects or other duties as assigned.