Junior Electrical Designer

• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #10279
• Salary: CA$65,000.00 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Junior Electrical Designer for our client – a Vancouver-based, growing electrical engineering consultancy. Founded close to five years ago by two industry leaders with a drive to push the boundaries of electrical engineering innovation, they’ve quickly established themselves as an industry leader known for being proactive, responsive, collaborative, and quality-focused. Specializing in building electrical systems design for commercial, light industrial and mixed-use projects with exciting partners/clients. 

This is an ideal position for someone who is looking to develop their career and hit the ground running!

In addition to tremendous growth opportunities and exciting projects, our client prides themselves on their culture and holds their values to a high standard as they strive to lead by example, remain humble and reliable, and strive to raise the bar. Outside of work, they engage in fun group activities like hikes, Go-Karting, and unwinding at fabulous restaurants to name a few! 

Responsibilities: 

• Design and support projects from conception to completion.

• Design building electrical systems in compliance with client requirements, municipal and/or provincial codes and other applicable standards.

• Design power distribution systems, size feeders and devices, perform load calculations

• Design lighting layouts and perform lighting calculations to validate designs

• Design telecommunications systems

• Coordinate with applicable consultants and design electrical layouts for related systems such as audio visual, security, etc.

• Constant coordination with all consultants; includes architects, interior designers, mechanical, structural, security, etc. and ensure cohesion between all disciplines.

• Present designs to consultants and owners

• Liaise with representatives, manufacturers, suppliers etc. for design assistance and device selection

• Perform construction administration duties by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, etc.

• Conduct site investigations and reviews

• Internal tasks assigned by the Principals or other members to develop internal processes and help company grow

Requirements:

• Post secondary degree in Electrical Engineering

• 1-3+ years of direct industry experience

•  Registered EIT with EGBC

• Knowledge of power distribution, lighting, telecommunications, fire alarm and life safety systems in buildings. Security and audio-visual systems are preferable

• Proficient with technical design calculations, Canadian Electrical Code, BC Building Code, Fire Codes/Standards and ASHRAE 90.1

• Understanding of electrical engineering principles

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD

• Working knowledge of Dialux is an asset

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license 

• Excellent verbal and communication skills

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivalled expertise with our teams extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com