Job Description & How to Apply Below
Design Specialist/Technologist (U26-136)
Department:
Operations
Work Location:
Airdrie Kingsview or Red Deer Petrolia Park
Status:
Full Time - Salaried (01)
Number of Hires: 1
Duties & 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.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to adapt and be flexible in a changing environment.
Ability to work effectively with various types of contractors.
Proven ability to work within a team environment or independently without direct supervision; this includes setting a good example, promoting and contributing to the success of the entire team.
Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgment in troubleshooting and problem solving.
Good organizational and time management skills, able to manage numerous assignments and competing demands.
Customer service focus with a proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships; this includes excellent communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
Working knowledge of SAP, AM/FM, MS Office, ALD, GNet, Pipeline Research, SPIN (Survey Plan Indexing Network) as well as other related design programs.
Knowledge of all applicable codes, acts, and regulations as they apply to the electric utility industry.
Knowledge of Highway Traffic accommodation requirements.
Knowledge of Land Survey Act.
Staking and surveying skills.
Required Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Special Conditions
Due to geographic considerations travel, including overnight, is required.
This has been identified as a safety-sensitive position. All successful candidates will be subject to a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test.
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