Electrical Distribution Designer

Primary Engineering and Construction•Calgary, AB

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation (Primary) is a leading provider of professional engineering and construction services. Our diverse teams and inclusive culture are the core that powers Primary, enabling us to tailor solutions to clients' and Engineering communities’ specific needs through listening to and embracing unique perspectives. Primary connects them to what is possible today and provides a solid foundation for tomorrow. We offer an extensive array of comprehensive engineering design and design/build services encompassing power system engineering, design-build services for utilities, joint use and telecommunication design, traffic and transportation engineering, and renewable energy systems. These services cater to a diverse range of clients, including electric utility companies, developers, builders, commercial and industrial businesses, mining companies, government, and private contractors. We are driven to build long-term relationships with both our customers and employees. At Primary, we are dedicated to fostering an open and safe environment where all voices, whether from our team members, clients, or community, are valued and heard. As we grow our company, we remain committed to breaking down barriers and creating new opportunities within our industry. Reporting to the Team Lead – FortisAB & Lighting, the Electrical Designer will be responsible for the design of underground electrical distribution infrastructure (4kV – 25kV system voltages) and roadway lighting electrical systems.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience working in the electric utility or related engineering environment, with experience in design and cost estimating of electrical distribution projects.
An Electrical Engineering Diploma or Degree from a recognized college, technical institution, or university
Great interpersonal skills with the ability to develop business relationships.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to prioritize and manage competing deliverables with schedule and budget constraints.
Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with other disciplines (drafting, construction, survey, and civil) to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, on-time and on-budget.
A passion for your work and a drive for excellence
Commitment to safety and ethical practices
Class 5 driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Fortis Alberta design and construction standards
Working knowledge of City of Calgary streetlighting systems
Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code
Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, MS Office and Geographic Information System software
Experience with AGI32, voltage drop calculations, and Pull Planner
Project Management experience

Responsibilities

Design of underground electrical distribution infrastructure (4kV – 25kV system voltages), both utility-owned and private, and electrical systems for outdoor lighting and parks,
Electrical engineering calculations for electrical systems,
Interpret and apply working knowledge of applicable codes and utility standards,
Develop power distribution and auxiliary systems designs in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation such as single line diagrams, wiring schematics, photometric layouts, grounding details, etc.
Prepare and review wire sizing, voltage drop, and conduit capacity calculations.
Design coordination with customers, municipal authorities, other utilities & various project stakeholders,
Produce project estimates, quotation letters, construction scope descriptions and material take-offs,
Preparation and submission of project approvals and design packages,
Project schedule management and tracking,
Customer meetings and site inspections in the Calgary area,
Accountability and management of concurrent project budgets and schedules for successful delivery “on-time” and “on-budget” while maintaining a high degree of quality,
Being part of a great team and shaping the future of the industry,
Other duties as required.