Our Mining Division in Eastern Canada is growing, and we are currently recruiting for a Electrical Designer co-op to join our team in the Burlington office. This will be a fall term co-op.
About the role:
- Provides basic drawings and design suggestions under the guidance of a more senior designer or engineer.
- Complies with Ausenco or Client specific drawing specifications and Document Control procedures.
- Involved in the preparation of drawings and utilization of CAD aided design software for the creation of Electrical design of single line diagrams, motor schematics and wiring, General Arrangement , distribution panels, grounding, lighting, and cable tray.
- Involved in the preparation of drawings and utilization of CAD aided design software for the creation of Instrumentation and Controls design of Loop drawings, PLC and DCS wiring, Panel layout and instrument General Arrangement.
- Backdrafts redlines from check prints and markups as directed by the Electrical Engineer/Technologist.
- Creates drawings based on sketches, templates or previous designs.
- Performs routine material take offs (MTO).
- Working knowledge and good understanding of Electrical Code and Standards such OESC, CEC, CSA and IEEE.
- Participation in basic electrical studies such as short circuit, relay coordination and arc flash using ETAP or similar software.
- Responsible to perform cable sizing, cable tray sizing, conduit sizing calculations.
- Perform construction inspections for general compliance to drawings.
About you:
- 0 to 3 years’ experience in a consulting engineering firm preferred.
- Technical diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution in Electrical Design/Drafting.
- Proficient in AutoCAD 2D and AutoPlant 3D.
- Experience with Microsoft Office is a must.
- Experience with ETAP or power any similar power analysis software.
- Experience with construction sites, ability to perform site inspection and work closely with Contractor during construction.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Commitment and enthusiasm for learning.
- Able to work and communicate in a team environment.
We’re committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI.
Why Ausenco?
We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:
- Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
- Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
- Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
- Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.
Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.
We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.
As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Ausenco will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Salary range: $24-$25/hr
Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Join us and work a better way.
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