Electrical Designer

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Our team is passionate about modular design and manufacturing. The Electrical Designer is responsible for the electrical design of modular structures, site installation, and site services. In this role, you will need to have a knack for a hands-on approach and enjoy communicating with the trades. 

You will explore buildability, standard designs but also energy codes to inform our future and innovation while preparing the designs, drawings, and bill of materials. This role will also support the plant and the site construction team. In our faced paced industry quality and timeliness of our documentation is important.

What You Get to Do

• Timely delivery of Building Code Compliant and cost-effective electrical Production and Site Construction Drawings through acute collaboration with other Design Disciplines, Project Management, Manufacturing, Estimating, and Supply Chain.
• Coordinates electrical designs with other disciplines (Mechanical, Civil, Architectural, and structural) to ensure seamless integration to Approved for Construction drawing status.
• Assist the electrical estimator in preliminary design and sales drawing preparation as required.
• Prepares electrical Design drawings using the current Canadian Electrical Code, Energy Codes, Standards, and installation methods from the design package containing the bid specifications and sales drawings. 
• Prepares work scope and electrical equipment specifications.
• Prepares design and equipment layout considering access, maintenance, and installation. 
• Prepares accurate, detailed material take-offs which also identifies long-lead items.
• Conduct plant visits for project inspections and other duties as assigned.
• Calculates Electrical loads, lighting levels, service, and distribution requirements.
• Designs, sources, and evaluates fire alarm systems.
• References the product cost estimate during the drawing process and raises any significant anomalies with the appropriate internal stakeholders. 
• Maintains awareness of current building codes through internal and external technical resources.
• Interacts with the internal stakeholders of the manufacturing team frequently to confirm the accuracy of drawings, Material take-off selections/quantities, buildability, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop Drafting and Procedure standards in conjunction with various team members.
• Participate in various continuous improvement initiatives.

Who You Are

• 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical design (power, lighting, fire alarm, controls, Security, and DATA)
• Experience in Revit is a must and BIM360; knowledge of Auto Cad is an asset but not necessary.
• Completion of the Electrical Engineering Technology program or Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (not a must)
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, National Fire Alarm Code, National & Provincial Building Codes, National Energy Code of Canada, and Knowledge of US Building Codes and Electrical Codes is considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings. 
• Knowledge of discipline drawings and modular building construction would be an asset.
• Able to create and maintain REVIT families.
• A self-starter, and team player with good organizational skills.
• Interested in understanding the trade aspects of the discipline.
• Has an interest in the design of offices, schools, kitchens, hotels, oil, and gas. 

Who we Are

ATCO Structures is a worldwide leader in modular design, manufacturing, and construction. Through our solutions to workforce accommodation, office and commercial buildings, classrooms, hospitals, and hotels we’ve re-imagined how permanent and temporary modular facilities can help communities of all kinds.

We invite you to come build your career with ATCO Structures. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for your next career challenge or just starting your career journey; ATCO’s diverse portfolio across the globe provides our employees ample opportunity for career stability, growth, training, and development. Learn more about us at http://structures.atco.com/

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits plan.
• Wellness day, flex days in addition to vacation days 
• Diverse, inclusive, and safety-oriented culture. 
• Ongoing support from the leadership team towards your professional growth.
• Onsite gym and reflection room, nearby access to public transit, and restaurants.

We thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. 

At ATCO, we support a diverse and inclusive environment that values the contributions and perspectives of everyone on the ATCO team. We believe the ATCO team is the foundation of our business and our most valuable asset across our global operations. Without each team members’ unique skills, strengths, and knowledge, we simply wouldn’t be able to achieve our fundamental vision of delivering life’s essential services to our customers around the world.

ATCO is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.