Electrical Engineer

The Electrical Engineer is expected to work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team on projects focused on establishing an electrical infrastructure for the introduction of electric buses in PTSC and other projects requiring his/her competencies.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICE CORPORATION

VACANCY

The Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC), in its drive towards improving and expanding its services, is pleased to invite applications for the following CONTRACT position:

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

JOB SUMMARY:

The Electrical Engineer is expected to work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team on projects focused on establishing an electrical infrastructure for the introduction of electric buses in PTSC and other projects requiring his/her competencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design of electrical systems including: power distribution systems, lighting, emergency power systems, low voltage/telecom infrastructure, and UPS design.

• Provide electrical design expertise on single and multi-disciplinary projects; taking lead on small to medium size engineering design projects and support larger projects.

• Design requirements include engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, record drawings, material submittal reviews, construction inspection and development of construction programming documents.

• Perform field assessments, site investigations, inspections, facility condition assessment and sustainable infrastructure assessments

• Ensure that project work conforms to specifications, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical requirements.

• Provide technical assistance on innovative and sustainable engineering design.

• Communicate effectively with all external and internal stakeholders.

• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise analysis and reporting.

• Review electrical designs and specifications prepared by external consultants

• Review shop drawings and as-built drawings

• Participate in design / constructability reviews, risk assessments, etc.

• Capture and communicate electrical design and engineering lessons learned for projects

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Familiarity with low and medium voltage motors and MCC’s; low, medium and high voltage switchgear; maintenance of power systems and transformers; plant control, communication and automation systems; evaluating fitness for service and specifying of equipment; management of change.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a similar position.
• Project Management Certification would be an asset.
• Exposure or working experience in electric vehicles repairs or maintenance will be an asset.
• Possession of a wireman’s license will be considered an asset.
• Experience in renewable energy with focus on solar photovoltaic systems will be considered an asset. 
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of engineering principles applied to equipment
• Familiarity with automotive systems.  
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills