Company Biography
As Ontario's only multi-utility provider, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including water, wastewater, natural gas, electricity, and telecommunications - all under one roof. This integrated approach empowers us to deliver innovative solutions, exceptional customer service, and operational efficiencies that set us apart in the industry.
With over 150 years of commitment to the Kingston community, we work every day to provide the safe, reliable utility services our customers rely on. Our efforts go beyond keeping the lights on and the water flowing. We’re driving progress through projects that create lasting, positive change. At the heart of everything we do is our vision to advance our unique utility model to benefit our customers and build better communities.
At Utilities Kingston, we believe that strong communities are built by strong teams. By joining us, you'll be part of a collaborative and dynamic environment where your skills and ideas will contribute to enhancing safety, driving reliability, and building a resilient future for our community.
Primary Duties
The Engineering Technologist will prepare designs, plans and cost estimates for electric distribution system projects. As an Engineering Technologist you will be responsible for new customer connections (residential, commercial, and industrial), capital projects, DER and EVSE applications in support of a safe and reliable distribution system and its expansion to meet city load growth and customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review development proposals and site plan applications and provide information about the process and requirements for connecting to the distribution system.
- Plan, estimate, document and design expansion and asset replacement construction projects for overhead and underground distribution system.
- Prepare technical reports including but not limited to, voltage drop calculations, pole loading analysis, line tensions, and cable pulling calculations.
- Provide information to developers regarding safety and Code requirements for construction in proximity of the overhead and underground distribution system.
- Develop estimates and drawings according to standards and provide input for project budgets and staging.
- Act as the on-site contract administrator representative and liaise between all stakeholders on civil works contracts and projects.
- Prepare and deliver notices to customers for project work and outages.
- Prepare site layouts for construction and conduct field inspections to ensure standards are being met.
- Model electrical impacts of proposed customer connections on the distribution system and review financial impacts to ensure customer revenues support any capital expansion requirements.
- Prepare Offers to Connect and Connection Agreements for customers including cost estimates and responsibility for work.
- Inspect installed assets before closure of the project, complete project closing activities and update engineering records.
- Review DER Connection applications to ensure they meet requirements and determine their impact on the distribution system.
- Examine third party attachments to distribution poles to ensure the system remains secure and monitor transfers and removals to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Analyze scan reports, testing and sampling reports to assess equipment condition and create designs for any approved upgrades.
- Comply with all health and safety requirements, maintain a safe work environment, report hazards and promote a culture of safety in the workplace.
Education, Certification and Other Qualifications Required
- Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and SPIDAcalc. Proficiency with CYME Power Engineering is an asset.
- Advanced knowledge of electrical theory, the Utilities Work Protection Code, Construction Verification Program, Electrical Distribution Safety Regulation 22/04, EUSA Rules and various electrical safety Codes and Standards
- Advanced ability to read, interpret and produce technical electrical and civil engineering drawings
- Intermediate knowledge of contracts and contract law
- Intermediate ability to use GPS surveying equipment
- Intermediate knowledge and application of the Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications (OPSS) and Ontario Provincial Standard Drawings (OPSD)
- Intermediate proficiency with Esri GIS, ArcGIS and ArcMap products
- Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
- Intermediate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as it relates to individual, organizational and operational requirements
- Basic knowledge of Book-7 Traffic Control Guidelines
- Basic financial/budget management skills
Qualifications:
- Completion of a 3-year Engineering Technology diploma or 4-year Engineering Degree, preferably in the electrical discipline
- Registered as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), or a demonstrated plan for acquiring the CET designation within 3years of hire.
- 3+ years relevant experience in overhead and underground distribution system design. Candidates who possess an acceptable combination of related education, training, and experience but do not hold a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation may be considered at the Engineering Technologist Intern level while they work toward achieving their CET designation.
- Certified Asset Management Professional (CAMP) or Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) is considered an asset.
Special Working Conditions/Conditions of Employment
- A Criminal Record Check, to the satisfaction of Utilities Kingston, will be required at the successful candidate’s expense.
- Maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s license throughout employment.
- Working towards or eligible to work towards CET designation.
Closing Statement
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position.
Accessibility Statement
Appropriate accommodations will be provided as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.
Employment Equity
Utilities Kingston is committed to employment equity and we encourage applications from all designated group members. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the Kingston community.
Utilities Kingston thanks all candidate that apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
