Distribution Design Engineer - Overhead and Underground Distribution

Black & McDonald Limited

$80K — $100K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering with P.Eng. license in a Canadian jurisdiction.
  • At least 3 years of experience in distribution system design.
  • Hands-on experience with powerline design tools like CYMCAP, Pull-Planner, PLS-CADD, and SPIDAcalc.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and adaptable to new software.

Responsibilities

  • Design overhead and underground distribution systems based on client standards and industry codes.
  • Perform engineering and structural calculations using specialized tools.
  • Develop design solutions in collaboration with construction teams and clients.
  • Prepare project deliverables such as estimates and construction packages using AutoCAD and other software.
  • Conduct site reconnaissance and construction inspections.
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to meet project requirements.
  • Review designs for compliance with standards and codes.
  • Mentor junior staff and support their development.

Benefits

  • High autonomy in project execution.
  • Strong client interaction, enhancing professional relationships.
  • Opportunity to lead small engineering teams, promoting leadership skills.
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald Limited is actively seeking a mid-level to senior distribution design engineer role focused on delivering overhead and underground utility projects for utility and industrial clients. The position offers high autonomy, strong client interaction, and opportunities to lead small engineering teams.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Design overhead and underground distribution systems using client standards, industry codes, and internal procedures.
  • Perform engineering and structural calculations using tools such as CYMCAP, Pull-Planner, PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, Quick Pole, ALD, and DSA.
  • Develop both standard and non-standard design solutions in collaboration with internal construction teams and clients.
  • Prepare project deliverables including estimates, material take-offs, scopes of work, and construction/survey packages using AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, AM/FM, AUD, DAD, and Microsoft Office 365.
  • Conduct field activities such as site reconnaissance and construction inspections.
  • Collaborate with clients, external stakeholders, and internal teams to meet quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
  • Review and validate designs for compliance with client standards, codes, and best practices.
  • Mentor junior staff and support technical training and development.
  • Complete specialized engineering analyses and prepare technical reports.

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering with a P.Eng. license in a Canadian jurisdiction.
  • At least 3 years of experience in distribution system design.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
  • Hands-on experience with powerline design tools such as CYMCAP, Pull-Planner, PLS-CADD, SPIDAcalc, Quick Pole, or similar.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail and organizational ability.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and strong overall computer skills, including the ability to quickly learn new software.
  • Project management experience is considered an asset.
  • Exposure to transmission or substation design and familiarity with AutoCAD or MicroStation are also assets.

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