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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Civil Engineering Technician in Electrical Distribution Networks

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeQuébec City, QC, CanadaCA$36.70 - CA$48.80

About the Job

Requirements

  • A college diploma (DEC) in civil engineering technology or relevant technical training.
  • Experience or strong interest in designing overhead and underground electrical distribution networks, municipal infrastructure, or public utility networks.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D; familiarity with electrical distribution tools such as PLS-CADD, GIS, AGIL, SAP/PS, SimPAS, SimBT, DUSS, or DUC2 is an asset.
  • Ability to read and interpret civil, electrical, and municipal plans, survey records, and existing infrastructure data.
  • Knowledge of Hydro-Québec Distribution standards, design criteria, and work methods is an asset.
  • Ability to conduct field surveys using GPS equipment, identify constraints and infrastructure conflicts, and transfer collected information into design documents.
  • Understanding of construction methods for overhead and underground networks, with attention to detail in producing technical plans.
  • Hold an ASP Construction card.
  • Excellent spoken and written French proficiency.
  • Hold a valid Class 5 driver's licence and be available for travel and field surveys.

Responsibilities

  • Design and prepare engineering plans and documents for medium- and low-voltage overhead electrical distribution networks, including poles, guy wires, anchors, conductors, transformers, and other distribution equipment.
  • Contribute to designing underground infrastructure, including conduits, duct banks, electrical chambers, access pits, equipment bases, profiles, sections, and construction details.
  • Participate in urban technical network projects by analyzing existing infrastructure and needs for relocation, modification, protection, burial, or extension of networks.
  • Conduct field surveys and site visits to document existing conditions, validate infrastructure locations, and identify constraints affecting design.
  • Produce and update drawings and technical documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other applicable design tools.
  • Identify conflicts between existing and planned infrastructure and collaborate with engineers, municipalities, and network owners on practical, constructible solutions.
  • Contribute to project deliverables, including plans, quantity schedules, cost estimates, technical documents, and as-built drawings.
  • Support construction by collaborating with project and construction teams, participating in technical checks, and applying health and safety and quality-control requirements.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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