Intermediate CAD Designer

Intermediate CAD Designer

Who We Are

Utility engineers specializing in power system engineering and area illumination design. DPM Energy provides a full range of solutions to meet the needs of municipalities, utilities and the developer market. Our projects are attracting a lot of attention.

Our Core 4

Why We Exist: Our clients need us to contribute to their success and we want to create a culture that our employees are proud to be part of.

Core Values: Know.How.® We Are Family. We Are Dependable

What We Do: We solve complex problems that keep your power on and streets bright.

How Will We Succeed? We will tackle any challenging project. We will leverage our experiences and contacts. Growth is in our DNA.

You are the Right Person if you have:

• Post-secondary 3-year Electrical Engineering Technology diploma or a related field • Minimum 3 years of experience designing electrical distribution systems • Detailed knowledge of codes and regulations governing electrical system design in Ontario • Ability to read schematics and interpret project scopes and drawings • Knowledge of distribution systems and their planning and operations • Excellent computer skills in software programs commonly used in an engineering office environment, including AutoCAD and/or Microstation and Microsoft Office • Strong interpersonal skills to ensure effective communication with team members • Excellent project and time management skills to be able to handle multiple projects

The Opportunity

As an Intermediate CAD Designer, your job will be to work with a Design Supervisor and their team on design and CAD drawings for a variety of projects including overhead and underground, electrical capital reconstruction projects, new underground electrical systems for residential and industrial, commercial subdivisions, roadway and area lighting. You will manage your own day-to-day work load, and may be called upon to assist the project coordinators with outside agencies.

Responsibilities: • Design utility infrastructure systems and produce related drawings in accordance with current utility standards and Electrical Safety Authority standards as applicable • Execute all work in compliance with DPM standards, procedures and policies • Contact municipalities, utilities, and other consultants to provide or obtain information, as required • Prepare calculations, as required • Provide project status updates on a regular basis to Design Supervisor • Maintenance of electronic files, design practices and updating appropriate staff of any changes • Prepares submissions to all assigned parties. Coordinate with Project Services or process • Communicate regularly with internal members on project submissions and any related updates • Follow up for comments with Hydro and/or Municipal parties and external team members • Coordinate with Construction Administrator and/or Design Director for take-offs and tendering of projects and other services • Coordinate project close out as required • Assist in training and mentoring of junior designers • Proactively improve their skills and execution to be able to progress to another level • Accountable for own part of the project budget and schedule

Direct Report: Design Supervisor

Ranked on the annual Growth 500, the definitive ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies in 2017, 2018 and 2020

Ranked on The Globe and Mail’s inaugural ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies in 2019, 2020 & 2021

Awarded #1 for Best Place to Work and Top 2 spot for Best Small Business Up to 100 Employees by the Canadian SME National Business Awards in 2019

Waterstone Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures Award Certification in 2020 & 2021

DPM Energy Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.

If you have the right background and Know. How. ® and have the motivation to grow and be part of a successful team, then we welcome you to apply.

For the right individuals, we offer competitive salaries and group benefits and a positive environment that offers growth, challenge and rewards excellence.

Send resumes to: reception@dpmenergy.com