24-O10 Junior Electrical Technologist - Ottawa

Job Description

As a member of our professional team, you will be responsible for a variety of assignments for the Electrical Engineering Department. You will assist with electrical engineering designs for new builds and building renovation projects. You will have opportunities to work for various clients – federal, provincial, municipal, and private sectors on multiple types of projects - community, post-secondary education, K-12, commercial, healthcare, residential and industrial.

Role and Responsibilities

The role and responsibilities for the Junior Electrical Technologist include, but are not limited to, the following. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet Jp2g’s ongoing needs.

Technical Skills

• Work under direct supervision of Department Manager, Team Lead or Designate
• Complete tasks assigned by Department Manager as required to assist in the completion of projects
• Assist in researching new systems, resources, and working practices to increase efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability
• Document field work with written notes, daily records, sketches, and drawing markups
• Calibrate, use, and maintain various field instruments
• Assist in preparation of engineering studies
• Assist in preparation of building condition reports
• Assist in preparation of conceptual designs
• Assist in preparation of cost estimates
• Assist with preparation of electrical designs and layouts of lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, communication, public address, intercom, lightning protection and grounding systems
• Assist with preparation of CAD and Revit drawings from sketches, mark-ups, and/or design instructions
• Upon completion, verify calculations and CAD and Revit drawings against sketches to ensure accuracy of work
• Support Engineer during design and coordinate with other disciplines
• Assist with electrical design for building systems, including site visits, modelling, concept reports and condition assessment reports
• Assist in preparation of technical specifications and contract documents
• Maintain familiarity with current techniques, codes, and standards; sustain and improve technical skills
• Self review deliverables for conformance to requirements
• Adhere to Jp2g’s AutoCAD and Revit standards in preparing drawings from sketches, mark-ups,
  and/or design instructions
• Assist in the contract administration during construction including shop drawing review, responding to requests for information, and response to questions on design intent.
• Assist in the preparation of Contemplated Change Orders (CCO) and Change Orders (CO)
• Assist in the site review of projects including preparation of Field Observation Reports
• Prepare CAD or Revit version of construction as-builts drawings
• Establish maintain, and communicate priorities when working on multiple assignments
• Assist in the monitoring of changes, quality, schedule and cost adherence
• Assist in maintaining positive client relationship
• Adhere to Jp2g’s QMS Policies and Procedures
• Follow Jp2g required safety standards and guidelines
• Follow Client required safety standards and guidelines

Teamwork

• Work with a team of project managers, engineers, technologists and technicians
• Attend co-ordination meetings with department/project team
• Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues to ensure projects run smoothly
• Share expertise with colleagues and other offices

Workload Management

• Manage work tasks within assigned time constraints
• Complete project tasks independently when required

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ Years of professional experience
• College Diploma in an Electrical Technology Program or equivalent
• Eligible for certification with OACETT
• Eligible to obtain and maintain Level II Secret clearance with Public Services and Procurement Canada
• Valid Driver’s license
• ISO 9001:2015 Fundamental training (provided by Jp2g)

Qualifications

• Willing to work towards C.E.T or C.Tech designation
• Willing to develop skills with electrical engineering software, eg. ETAP
• Knowledge of codes and standards such as OBC, NBC, CSA, OESC, CEC, CAN/ULC and NMS
• Ability to work independently and in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projects
• Sound communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong sense of initiative and ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit
• Working knowledge of Office 365
• Reliable vehicle access is required

Compensation and Benefits

• Friday afternoons off year-round (36 hour/week)
• Group RSP planning opportunities
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Future shareholder opportunities

How To Apply

Send your resume to careers@jp2g.com with the Subject: 24-O10 – Junior Electrical Technologist – Ottawa.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Jp2g is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes, and when people are hired. We will develop and put in place a process for developing individual accommodation plans and return-to-work policies for employees that have been absent due to a disability.