Top Benefits
About the role
Company Description
Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.
Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.
We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.
When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.
Job Description
Our offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization.
CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
The Vancouver office of CIMA Canada Inc. is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Buildings group. Our team is highly collaborative and exceptionally motivated to continue to develop a fast growing section of the organization. This role will be responsible for working within our electrical team in the BC Buildings market with support and collaboration from other Western Canada Buildings groups.
You will be able to work in a hybrid mode from the Vancouver office.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design of electrical power (medium voltage, low voltage, generators, UPS), lighting, lighting controls, communications, fire alarm, life safety and security systems in building applications using Canadian and BC standards. Design experience with photovoltaics or other green energy systems is an asset
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Overall design responsibilities for electrical projects, including site assessments, technical design, the review and stamping of design documents, site reviews and construction management
- Develop of fee proposals both as the prime consultant and as a sub-consultant for various project opportunities
- Plan and analyze workload for staff for the next week, month, 3 months and 6 months
- Represent the company with client groups and working diligently to ensure that clients’ expectations are met
- Ensure professional quality services in all facets of work
- Prepare reports, proposals and technical drawings for clients
- Mentor technical staff; assigning duties as required
- Analysis of complex engineering issues and problems
- Report to and collaborate with senior management on various key performance indicators including business development, project financials, workload planning, staff utilization, quality & safety processes and regional strategic planning.
Qualifications
- Registered Professional Engineer in Training (EIT) with EGBC.
- 2+ years relevant working experience focused on the electrical engineering for buildings and structures
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint. REVIT is an asset
- Excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written) and business acumen to build and nurture strong client relationships
- Strong project management skills
- Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and self starter
- Familiarity and experience with the latest versions of ASHRAE, the BC Building Code, the BC Step Code, and the Canadian Electrical Code
- Familiarity with ASHRAE and AGI32 software for lighting calculations
- Familiarity with the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) guidelines for lighting design
- Familiarity with CSA and NFPA codes as they apply to electrical engineering in BC
- Passive house and LEED certification are not required but would be an asset
- Power system analysis including short-circuit calculations, protection, grounding and arc-flash studies
- Experience in healthcare (an asset)
- Occasional travel of up to 10% may be required if needed by the project
The expected salary for this position is from $65,000 to $75,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.
About CIMA+
CIMA+ provides complete consulting engineering services in the areas of Energy and Resources, Infrastructure, Transportation, Buildings, Project Management, Operational and Digital Technologies (including Telecommunication Systems), and Earth and Environment. The search for excellence has been part of our DNA since our founding in 1990, and our teams draw on decades of experience acquired across Canada to deliver quality projects that meet our clients’ expectations. This commitment to excellence and quality has allowed CIMA+ to rank among the largest private consulting engineering firms in the country. Today, with 40 offices across Canada, CIMA+ employs more than 3,400 people, most of whom share ownership in the company.
Our multidisciplinary team is driven by a shared passion to deliver sustainable solutions that make our world a better place.
From our Board of Directors to the communities we serve, our commitment to people is evident in our drive to innovate, in the projects we carry out and in every action we take.
Top Benefits
About the role
Company Description
Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.
Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.
We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.
When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.
Job Description
Our offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skillsets, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization.
CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
The Vancouver office of CIMA Canada Inc. is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Buildings group. Our team is highly collaborative and exceptionally motivated to continue to develop a fast growing section of the organization. This role will be responsible for working within our electrical team in the BC Buildings market with support and collaboration from other Western Canada Buildings groups.
You will be able to work in a hybrid mode from the Vancouver office.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design of electrical power (medium voltage, low voltage, generators, UPS), lighting, lighting controls, communications, fire alarm, life safety and security systems in building applications using Canadian and BC standards. Design experience with photovoltaics or other green energy systems is an asset
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Overall design responsibilities for electrical projects, including site assessments, technical design, the review and stamping of design documents, site reviews and construction management
- Develop of fee proposals both as the prime consultant and as a sub-consultant for various project opportunities
- Plan and analyze workload for staff for the next week, month, 3 months and 6 months
- Represent the company with client groups and working diligently to ensure that clients’ expectations are met
- Ensure professional quality services in all facets of work
- Prepare reports, proposals and technical drawings for clients
- Mentor technical staff; assigning duties as required
- Analysis of complex engineering issues and problems
- Report to and collaborate with senior management on various key performance indicators including business development, project financials, workload planning, staff utilization, quality & safety processes and regional strategic planning.
Qualifications
- Registered Professional Engineer in Training (EIT) with EGBC.
- 2+ years relevant working experience focused on the electrical engineering for buildings and structures
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint. REVIT is an asset
- Excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written) and business acumen to build and nurture strong client relationships
- Strong project management skills
- Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and self starter
- Familiarity and experience with the latest versions of ASHRAE, the BC Building Code, the BC Step Code, and the Canadian Electrical Code
- Familiarity with ASHRAE and AGI32 software for lighting calculations
- Familiarity with the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) guidelines for lighting design
- Familiarity with CSA and NFPA codes as they apply to electrical engineering in BC
- Passive house and LEED certification are not required but would be an asset
- Power system analysis including short-circuit calculations, protection, grounding and arc-flash studies
- Experience in healthcare (an asset)
- Occasional travel of up to 10% may be required if needed by the project
The expected salary for this position is from $65,000 to $75,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.
About CIMA+
CIMA+ provides complete consulting engineering services in the areas of Energy and Resources, Infrastructure, Transportation, Buildings, Project Management, Operational and Digital Technologies (including Telecommunication Systems), and Earth and Environment. The search for excellence has been part of our DNA since our founding in 1990, and our teams draw on decades of experience acquired across Canada to deliver quality projects that meet our clients’ expectations. This commitment to excellence and quality has allowed CIMA+ to rank among the largest private consulting engineering firms in the country. Today, with 40 offices across Canada, CIMA+ employs more than 3,400 people, most of whom share ownership in the company.
Our multidisciplinary team is driven by a shared passion to deliver sustainable solutions that make our world a better place.
From our Board of Directors to the communities we serve, our commitment to people is evident in our drive to innovate, in the projects we carry out and in every action we take.