Senior Electrical Estimator Job Brampton area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

The Senior Electrical Estimator is responsible for estimating and costing assigned controls and switchgear projects and as an integral part of the Power Systems team will review specifications, with an engineering and commercial perspective, and develop solutions with the assistance from the various Power Systems market segment teams.

As a Senior Electrical Estimator,
YOU will experience:

Working within one of the safest organizations in the industry where your safety and well-being are our most important priority

Working for the best in class equipment dealer and with the premium Caterpillar brand

Opportunities to continuously Learn, Grow and Develop with our Toromont team through our internal Training teams that are geared for your success

Competitive total rewards including: wages, benefits, and premiums (as eligible)

An opportunity for flexible work schedules and opportunities across multiple locations across Eastern Canada

In a typical day, YOU will experience:

Demonstrate safe and healthy work behaviors at all times in support of Toromont’s Health and Safety Policy, Programs and initiatives

Review specifications and balance technical/commercial drivers to meet customer requirements and Company objectives

Investigate product applications to recommend course of action best for customer expectations

Act as a technical consultant to the team and the customer

Generate Common Controls estimate packages and description used for Account Managers and proposals. Create technical overview of controls and switchgear options by generating control narratives and single line diagrams.

Communicate effectively and meet regularly with the team to review projects and workload

Manage day-to-day direction from the Controls and Electrical Services Manager and Account Managers

Prepare cost estimates for bidding purposes aligned with the evaluation of specification and/or customer requirements and agreed upon strategy with the team and submit to customers

Must haves for this role:

Engineering Degree from accredited University (B.Eng), Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), or combination of Technical Education and experience

Safety conscious with 10-15 years demonstrated ability as an Electrical Designer of switchgear and controls.

Hold a Professional Engineering License in the province they are working in is an asset.

Bilingual in French and English Oral and Written is a requirement.

Experience in Project Management/Project Costing and knowledge of generators and generator paralleling applications is extremely beneficial. Ability to use Auto Cad Electrical as needed.

Past controls design experience and knowledge of various PLC manufacture platforms such as Allen Bradley, Schneider, GE is a requirement

Attention to detail and ability to manage and balance multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to take ownership and accountability for decisions made

Solid business acumen and an ability to balance technical and commercial drivers

Consultative interpersonal and effective communication skills to collaborate with Account Managers, Design Team, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Customers

Strategic with a mindset for continuous improvement, strong organization and planning skills

High aptitude for delivering results in a fast-paced, demanding, deadline-driven environment with constantly changing priorities

Extremely computer literate with proficiencies in contact management and MS Office Applications

About Toromont Cat Power Systems

Toromont Cat Power Systems is an industry leader in the supply and integration of backup and prime power generation systems, rental generators, marine engines and industrial engines through customized engineering and packaging. A division of Toromont Industries. The Power Systems division is dedicated to supporting our success.


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