Electrical Designer
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Office, Clerical and Technical
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120
Electrical Designer
Design, Engineering and Construction, Physical Resources
Hiring #: 2024-0205
Please read the Application Instructions before applying
Reporting to the Manager, Electrical Design, the Electrical Designer is responsible for the design of electrical building systems for new and retrofit projects. Specific responsibilities include: interviewing users to fully understand their requirements; assessing building site conditions; using AutoCAD to produce working electrical drawings that illustrate plan views, elevation view and details pertinent to the project; writing technical specifications, identifying equipment, materials and proper procedures necessary to complete the project; supporting all design variables with calculation notes based on standard engineering practices and principles while conforming to all government codes and standards; interacting with the supervisor and coordinating design with architectural and mechanical designers; preparing bid packages; attending project planning meetings as required; responding to contractors’ and equipment suppliers’ queries; scheduling shut-downs as required; performing job site reviews; resolving design problems; reviewing completed electrical installations, reporting deficiencies to the construction coordinator; preparing estimates for the electrical portions of projects; troubleshooting; assisting with buried service locates; remaining current in the field, including updating technical skills; and performing other associated duties as assigned. Off-campus candidates will be expected to provide an acceptable Criminal Reference Check at his/her own expense if chosen as the successful applicant.
Requirements of the position include: Community College graduation from a Electrical Engineering Technologist program, coupled with a minimum five years’ experience working in electrical services design with an engineering consulting firm, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD, word processing, and spreadsheet software is essential, as is a mechanical aptitude, a working knowledge of electrical contracting and related trades, and good communication and organization skills. Safety training relevant to this position will be required.
Position Number 806-009
Classification USW, Local 4120 Salary Band 6*
Salary Range $28.63 Minimum
$31.99 Normal Hiring Limit
$38.73 Job Rate
*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date: 2024 04 10
Closing Date: 2024 05 01 (extended)