Electrical Engineer in Training - Toronto, ON, Canada - University of Toronto

    University of Toronto
    University of Toronto Toronto, ON, Canada

    4 weeks ago

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    Date Posted: 04/29/2024
    Req ID: 37138
    Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services
    Department: F. & S. Utilities -05
    Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
    Position Number:

    Description:

    About us: The University of Toronto is a trailblazer not only in academia and research but also in ensuring operational excellence. U of T's Facilities and Services group works diligently to make sure all stakeholders have a safe, clean, comfortable, attractive and sustainable environment in which to learn, teach and play. The Facilities & Services portfolio includes the operation and stewardship of over $3.5 billion in physical assets at the St. George campus situated in the heart of Canada's largest city. We manage and provide service to over 120 buildings totaling 12 million square feet plus the operation and management of an extensive district energy system supporting more than 150 buildings. Not only are we One of Canada's Best Employers, we are one of Canada's Greenest Employers.

    Your opportunity: Under the general direction of the Manager, Electrical Systems, the Electrical Engineer-In-Training (EIT) supports electrical infrastructure projects by:

    1. Tracking project data and ensuring the work is progressing according to schedule and in keeping with the university internal processes.
    2. Reviewing questions/comments from the project teams and drafting a response for review and approval.
    3. Preparing reports on a periodic basis to track project status with respect to scope and schedule, and identifying and reporting any potential delays that may be incurred due to unforeseen field conditions.
    Under close supervision and direction of the Electrical Systems Engineer, the EIT assists in the preparation of bid documents in the tendering process by putting together scopes of work, issuing addenda, taking bidders on site visits, and reviewing and analyzing bid submissions. In addition, the EIT issues electrical shutdown notices; carries out surveys on building electrical systems, update electrical drawings for final review and sign-off, and maintain records of maintenance and commissioning activities; and provides access to and escorts non-utility staff and contractors to electrical substations and electrical rooms once approved by the Electrical Systems Engineer.

    Your responsibilities will include:

    1. Preparing preliminary drawings for planning analysis and project planning.
    2. Reviewing drawings, contract documents, and site conditions to capture updates and changes to existing site/building conditions in AutoCAD.
    3. Resolving issues within the scope of the role and escalating problems as required.
    4. Creating and editing project documents.
    5. Providing detailed project information to relevant stakeholders.
    6. Writing letters of intent to successful bidders.
    7. Paying close attention to occupational safety precautions.

    Essential Qualifications:

    1. Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
    2. Registered as an Engineer-in-Training with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) and tracking towards licensure or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
    3. Minimum two years of working experience (including coop/internship) in electrical engineering assisting with the management of electrical projects.
    4. Superior computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, database applications (e.g. Access) in order to generate reports and analysis.
    5. Knowledge of AutoCAD and able to prepare and edit electrical drawings.
    6. Knowledge of project management theory.
    7. Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy when compiling/reporting data and carrying out analyses.
    8. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
    9. Ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously and respond to frequently changing priorities.
    10. Knowledge of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Ontario Building Code, Workplace Electrical Safety Standard (CSA-Z462), Health & Safety regulations and legislation, including OHSA, WHMIS.
    11. Physical ability to perform on-site surveys across the downtown St. George campus, including climbing a ladder.

    Assets (Nonessential):

    • Experience in electrical distribution systems.

    To be successful in this role you will be:

    • Articulate
    • Motivated self-learner
    • Multi-tasker
    • Organized
    • Proactive
    • Problem solver
    • Resourceful
    • Team player

    Closing Date: 05/07/2024, 11:59PM ET
    Employee Group: USW
    Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
    Schedule: Full-Time
    Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 09 -- $65,407 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $83,646. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
    Job Category: Engineering / Technical
    Recruiter: Khristen Sivaramalingam
    Lived Experience Statement: Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

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