Designer, Electrical VDC
- Ottawa, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Do you enjoy working with cutting edge technology and being able to influence innovative design solutions? Are you process driven and detail oriented? Does being a part of an organization that designs, builds and works on complex projects excite you? Take the leap and make your mark at Plan Group!
As a Designer, Electrical VDC, You Will
As part of our global network, you’ll gain access to unparalleled resources, innovative technologies, and endless opportunities to contribute to impactful work. From advanced technology to complex infrastructure, every project is a chance to build your skills and leave a legacy.
Bring your talent, energy, and ideas, and let’s build something extraordinary - together.
For more information, follow us on social media and visit our website at www.plan-group.com.
Thank you for your interest in joining Plan Group, an equal opportunity employer. Please note that due to the volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process. Should you be contacted for an interview, please advise if accommodations are required. Plan Group does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.
As a Designer, Electrical VDC, You Will
- Develop detailed electrical installation drawings, in Revit, based on engineering drawings, project specifications, construction design plan instructions, rough notes, and rough sketches to ensure the best installation outcome.
- Develop installation drawings for a wide range of electrical building systems such as power distribution, branch power and lighting, fire alarm, security, communications and other specialty systems.
- Interact and collaborate with the project team to develop drawings efficiently and accurately while maintaining any time and schedule constraints.
- Develop drawings showing the necessary details and assemblies of a wide variety of electrical equipment with details such as dimensions, fastening methods, slab coordinates and other required information.
- Model and coordinate electrical infrastructure e.g. cabletrays, sleeving, electrical equipment, etc. resolving all model clashes with other trades.
- Navigate through and interpret structural, architectural, electrical and mechanical drawings for various occupancy types and spaces.
- Perform technical calculations including and not limited to voltage drop, conduit fill.
- Review design drawings and provide feedback to ensure requirements are met.
- Understand and comply with the project schedule to submit deliverables and implement changes and revisions as required.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
- Knowledge of electrical systems from both the design and installation perspectives including: power distribution, branch power and lighting, fire safety, security and communications systems.
- Advanced knowledge of Autodesk products including Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, ACC platform.
- An understanding of the uses of drawing levels, references files, various CAD tools, scaling, dimensioning and cross-sectional interpolations
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives within a plan and strong attention to detail
- Excellent organization and time management skills
As part of our global network, you’ll gain access to unparalleled resources, innovative technologies, and endless opportunities to contribute to impactful work. From advanced technology to complex infrastructure, every project is a chance to build your skills and leave a legacy.
Bring your talent, energy, and ideas, and let’s build something extraordinary - together.
For more information, follow us on social media and visit our website at www.plan-group.com.
Thank you for your interest in joining Plan Group, an equal opportunity employer. Please note that due to the volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process. Should you be contacted for an interview, please advise if accommodations are required. Plan Group does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.
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Responsibilities
Develop detailed Revit electrical installation drawings and models for building systems, equipment, and infrastructure, coordinating with project teams and resolving clashes with other trades. Interpret multidisciplinary construction drawings, perform technical calculations, review designs, and deliver revisions in line with project requirements and schedules.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is sought, along with knowledge of electrical systems from design and installation perspectives. Candidates should have advanced knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and the ACC platform, plus strong teamwork, organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Skills
- Electrical VDC Design
- Revit
- Navisworks
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Construction Cloud
- Electrical Systems
- Power Distribution
- Lighting Systems
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Security Systems
- Communications Systems
- Electrical Installation Drawings
- Model Coordination
- Clash Detection
- Voltage Drop Calculations
- Conduit Fill Calculations
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Categories
- Construction
- Engineering
- Trades
Keywords
- Electrical VDC
- Electrical Engineering
- Revit
- Navisworks
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Construction Cloud
- Electrical Installation Drawings
- Power Distribution
- Branch Power
- Lighting
- Fire Alarm
- Fire Safety
- Security Systems
- Communications Systems
- Specialty Electrical Systems
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Cable Trays
- Sleeving
- Electrical Equipment
- Model Coordination
- Clash Resolution
- Voltage Drop
- Conduit Fill
- Construction Drawings
- Project Specifications
- Drawing Levels
- Reference Files
- Dimensioning
- Cross-Sectional Interpolation
- Construction