Electrical Engineering Technologist - Distribution Design

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

We are currently looking for multiple Electrical Engineering Technologists to join our Distribution Design team in our Saskatchewan and Alberta offices. The Electrical Technologist is responsible for providing cost estimates and designs for a diverse range of underground and overhead electrical distribution projects. Reporting to the Team Lead, Distribution Design, you are responsible for communicating directly with clients and customers to establish service requirements and provide solid design solutions and alternatives that meet client needs. You will work with landowners, customers, and other client departments to ensure that the projects are effectively coordinated and executed by yourself. You will ensure that facilities are designed in a safe, cost-effective and timely manner and meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Design distribution infrastructure 25kV and below that meet the project requirements

• Develop design solutions that meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations

• Develop project cost estimates and material lists

• Manage external client relationships through effective and timely communication

• Monitor project progress and take action to meet client requirements

• Travel and perform site visits as required

• Identify potential safety or environmental concerns and initiate appropriate action

• Coordinate designs with various 3rd party stakeholders

• Facilitate approval requests with various 3rd party stakeholders

• Provide technical guidance to customers, stakeholders, and external consultants

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Effective Interpersonal Skills – Strong Written and Verbal skills are a must, to ensure clear communication between team members, clients, contractors, and suppliers

• Able to work effectively as a member of a team

• Strong time management and prioritization skills

• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to set priorities, organize work and complete work within given timelines

• Focused on continuous improvement and providing quality services to our customers

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Education and Experience

• Must possess an Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma

• Experience in power distribution for utilities within North America would be an asset

Typical office environment working with computers; Stantec offers a flexible work environment (a hybrid model of working in the office and at home). Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. The experience will forever shape your future.