Current Positions at DEI Consulting Engineers

Role                                         Electrical  Designer

Job Location                          Hamilton, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $27.00 – $45.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire a confident electrical designer with four plus years of experience completing electrical design in the building service industry.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Develop, with oversight from a Senior Electrical Engineer as required, the technical design for various electrical systems from preliminary design phases through to completion and would including coordinating electrical site services for new construction, site photometric plans, electrical distribution design, fire alarm, generator (standby and life safety) designs, emergency and life safety systems, lighting & associated controls, and other electrical requirements to suit client standards and building classifications.
• Assist a Senior Electrical Engineer to effectively resolve construction issues, manage client expectations, review construction sites, liaise with contractors, and other contract administration requirements.
• Performing design calculations for each of these systems, attending design meetings to represent the electrical discipline, selecting relevant equipment, management of other junior electrical team members, overseeing / completing the drafting and modeling assigned projects, coordination of electrical systems with mechanical, architectural, and other disciplines, and contract administration requirements.
• Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) electrical systems for projects with minimum instructions from Senior Electrical Engineer.
• Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist Senior and Intermediate staff for issuing site instructions, change notices and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.

Projects may include working on residential (low and high-rise), educational projects (public and private schools, post-secondary institutions), commercial projects (box stores, base buildings, etc.), institutional projects (public sector facilities), industrial facilities, retirement / long term care facilities, and a variety of other projects. This is an in-office position.

Qualifications

This position is intended for an individual that has graduated from an accredited engineering program and is eligible for pursing or has obtained a P.Eng. or LEL designation with Professional Engineers Ontario or has obtained an OACETT certification (C.E.T., C.Tech.). Position requires prior experience at an engineering consulting firm with a similar portfolio of projects. All candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment. Specifically, the ideal candidate would be able to think critically and analytically with problem solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to supervise junior staff based on team structure. Further qualifications for this role include:

• Prior electrical engineering experience in the building service industry.
• Strong technical knowledge in the design and code requirements for power and distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, life safety systems, generators, and other auxiliary systems such as IT, A/V, and communications.
• Excellent computer skills and use of software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
• Knowledge of relevant Canadian and Ontario codes and standards (OBC, OESC, IES, NFPA, IES, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize AutoCAD to prepare electrical design documents.
• Working knowledge and experience using Revit is considered an asset.
• Strong ability with lighting design software such as AGI32, fixture selection and selecting of .ies files, understanding of light fixture characteristics, and industry lighting approaches
• Ability to supervise and provide instructions and markups to junior staff is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to think analytically, attention to detail, resourceful and detail-oriented, and team and customer service focused.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical Technician

Job Location                          Hamilton, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $25.00 – $29.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire an electrical designer/technician that has graduated from an accredited university engineering program or a college level electrical, architectural, or building-focused technology program to begin their career in the building services consulting industry.

This position is a growth position and not an existing vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Assist senior staff to develop electrical systems design drawings for a variety of projects, including but not limited to site lighting and servicing, life safety systems, lighting, lighting controls, building power distribution, and drawing coordination with other disciplines.
• Coordination of electrical elements with various disciplines, i.e. mechanical equipment, device locations, etc.
• Assist senior staff in performing and completing design calculations as required for various systems including electrical load calculations, lighting designs, etc., by providing building areas, ceiling types, fixture counts, etc. from AutoCAD plans.
• Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) electrical systems for projects with redline markups under the supervision of senior staff.
• Be responsible for plotting and presentation of design drawings.
• Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist senior staff for issuing site instructions, change notices and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.
• Gain experience, understanding, and knowledge of electrical systems design, applicable Codes, and other standards.

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma from an accredited university engineering program or a college level electrical, architectural, or building-focused technology program.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadline and deliverable dates while working on a number of ongoing projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit with the ability to set up and produce electrical design drawings using detailed markups from supervisor in a fast-paced environment while adhering to company standards.
• Ability to organize project information provided by supervisor and peers via email and notes.
• Experience with standard computer software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
• Experience with lighting design software such as AGI32 is considered an asset.
• High levels of attention to detail, retention of design approaches, and ability to draw on past experiences and apply to current situations.
• Ability to think both critically and analytically while applying problem solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior co-op / job experience at an engineering consulting firm is considered an asset
• Highly detail oriented and able to conduct self checks on drafting presentation and company standards for produced work prior to supervisor review.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical Lead Engineer / Designer

Job Location                          Waterloo, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $45.00 – $65.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire a confident lead electrical engineer/designer with a minimum of ten years of experience completing electrical engineering in the building service industry.

This position is to fill an existing vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Lead the design on projects with electrical construction values in excess of $1,000,000.
• Respond to and win Requests for Proposals.
• Provide technical direction to a minimum of 2 subordinates on a daily basis.
• Integrate well into a multi-disciplinary team of both internal and external consultants.
• Manage owner and client relationships.
• Manage contractor relationships.
• Conduct site reviews, manage change notices, etc.
• Communicate effectively.
• Be knowledgeable in applicable building, OESC, NFPA, IES codes.
• Take the lead on all technical design requirements for electrical systems including coordinating electrical services (and other services) for new construction, site photometric plans, electrical distribution design, fire alarm, generator (standby and life safety) designs, emergency and life safety systems, lighting and associated controls, and other electrical requirements to suit client standards and building classifications.
• Select relevant equipment and review/verify design calculations for electrical systems required for the building.
• Design a variety of mid or high rise residential, commercial, or institutional/educational buildings. Work will be a mixture of renovation and new construction.
• Supervising a team of electrical junior staff including providing technical direction, conducting performance reviews, tracking staff progression, and coaching/mentoring.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or Limited Engineering License/Technologist (LEL, LET).
• Ten (10) plus years of electrical engineering experience in the building service industry.
• Extensive technical knowledge and ability to deliver electrical designs for a variety of building types, including, but not limited to power and distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, life safety systems, generators, and other auxiliary systems such as IT, A/V, and communications.
• Experience in educational buildings is preferred.
• Experience in commercial, retail, residential, and/or health care/long term care buildings is an asset.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant Canadian and Ontario codes and standards (OBC, OESC, NFPA, IES, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage a team of electrical staff in the development and delivery of construction documentation and associated engineering calculations, coordination of electrical elements, and final verification of electrical design.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to think analytically, attention to detail, resourceful and detail-oriented, and team and customer service focused.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, architectural, and structural drawings and systems as it relates to construction and the implications on electrical designs.
• Ability to effectively resolve construction issues, manage client expectations, review construction sites, liaise with contractors, and other contract administration requirements.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical  Designer

Job Location                          Waterloo, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $27.00 – $45.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire a confident electrical designer with four plus years of experience completing electrical design in the building service industry.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Develop, with oversight from a Senior Electrical Engineer as required, the technical design for various electrical systems from preliminary design phases through to completion and would including coordinating electrical site services for new construction, site photometric plans, electrical distribution design, fire alarm, generator (standby and life safety) designs, emergency and life safety systems, lighting & associated controls, and other electrical requirements to suit client standards and building classifications.
• Assist a Senior Electrical Engineer to effectively resolve construction issues, manage client expectations, review construction sites, liaise with contractors, and other contract administration requirements.
• Performing design calculations for each of these systems, attending design meetings to represent the electrical discipline, selecting relevant equipment, management of other junior electrical team members, overseeing / completing the drafting and modeling assigned projects, coordination of electrical systems with mechanical, architectural, and other disciplines, and contract administration requirements.
• Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) electrical systems for projects with minimum instructions from Senior Electrical Engineer.
• Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist Senior and Intermediate staff for issuing site instructions, change notices and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.

Projects may include working on residential (low and high-rise), educational projects (public and private schools, post-secondary institutions), commercial projects (box stores, base buildings, etc.), institutional projects (public sector facilities), industrial facilities, retirement / long term care facilities, and a variety of other projects. This is an in-office position.

Qualifications

This position is intended for an individual that has graduated from an accredited engineering program and is eligible for pursing or has obtained a P.Eng. or LEL designation with Professional Engineers Ontario or has obtained an OACETT certification (C.E.T., C.Tech.). Position requires prior experience at an engineering consulting firm with a similar portfolio of projects. All candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment. Specifically, the ideal candidate would be able to think critically and analytically with problem solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to supervise junior staff based on team structure. Further qualifications for this role include:

• Prior electrical engineering experience in the building service industry.
• Strong technical knowledge in the design and code requirements for power and distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, life safety systems, generators, and other auxiliary systems such as IT, A/V, and communications.
• Excellent computer skills and use of software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
• Knowledge of relevant Canadian and Ontario codes and standards (OBC, OESC, IES, NFPA, IES, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize AutoCAD to prepare electrical design documents.
• Working knowledge and experience using Revit is considered an asset.
• Strong ability with lighting design software such as AGI32, fixture selection and selecting of .ies files, understanding of light fixture characteristics, and industry lighting approaches
• Ability to supervise and provide instructions and markups to junior staff is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to think analytically, attention to detail, resourceful and detail-oriented, and team and customer service focused.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical Technician

Job Location                          Waterloo, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $25.00 – $29.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire an electrical designer/technician that has graduated from an accredited university engineering program or a college level electrical, architectural, or building-focused technology program to begin their career in the building services consulting industry.

This position is a growth position and not an existing vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Assist senior staff to develop electrical systems design drawings for a variety of projects, including but not limited to site lighting and servicing, life safety systems, lighting, lighting controls, building power distribution, and drawing coordination with other disciplines.
• Coordination of electrical elements with various disciplines, i.e. mechanical equipment, device locations, etc.
• Assist senior staff in performing and completing design calculations as required for various systems including electrical load calculations, lighting designs, etc., by providing building areas, ceiling types, fixture counts, etc. from AutoCAD plans.
• Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) electrical systems for projects with redline markups under the supervision of senior staff.
• Be responsible for plotting and presentation of design drawings.
• Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist senior staff for issuing site instructions, change notices and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.
• Gain experience, understanding, and knowledge of electrical systems design, applicable Codes, and other standards.

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma from an accredited university engineering program or a college level electrical, architectural, or building-focused technology program.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadline and deliverable dates while working on a number of ongoing projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit with the ability to set up and produce electrical design drawings using detailed markups from supervisor in a fast-paced environment while adhering to company standards.
• Ability to organize project information provided by supervisor and peers via email and notes.
• Experience with standard computer software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
• Experience with lighting design software such as AGI32 is considered an asset.
• High levels of attention to detail, retention of design approaches, and ability to draw on past experiences and apply to current situations.
• Ability to think both critically and analytically while applying problem solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior co-op / job experience at an engineering consulting firm is considered an asset
• Highly detail oriented and able to conduct self checks on drafting presentation and company standards for produced work prior to supervisor review.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical Lead Engineer/Designer

Job Location                          Barrie, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $45.00 – $65.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire a confident lead electrical engineer/designer with a minimum of ten years of experience completing electrical engineering in the building service industry.

This position is to fill an existing vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Lead the design on projects with electrical construction values in excess of $1,000,000.
• Respond to and win Requests for Proposals.
• Provide technical direction to a minimum of 2 subordinates on a daily basis.
• Integrate well into a multi-disciplinary team of both internal and external consultants.
• Manage owner and client relationships.
• Manage contractor relationships.
• Conduct site reviews, manage change notices, etc.
• Communicate effectively.
• Be knowledgeable in applicable building, OESC, NFPA, IES codes.
• Take the lead on all technical design requirements for electrical systems including coordinating electrical services (and other services) for new construction, site photometric plans, electrical distribution design, fire alarm, generator (standby and life safety) designs, emergency and life safety systems, lighting and associated controls, and other electrical requirements to suit client standards and building classifications.
• Select relevant equipment and review/verify design calculations for electrical systems required for the building.
• Design a variety of mid or high rise residential, commercial, or institutional/educational buildings. Work will be a mixture of renovation and new construction.
• Supervising a team of electrical junior staff including providing technical direction, conducting performance reviews, tracking staff progression, and coaching/mentoring.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or Limited Engineering License/Technologist (LEL, LET).
• Ten (10) plus years of electrical engineering experience in the building service industry.
• Extensive technical knowledge and ability to deliver electrical designs for a variety of building types, including, but not limited to power and distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, life safety systems, generators, and other auxiliary systems such as IT, A/V, and communications.
• Experience in educational buildings is preferred.
• Experience in commercial, retail, residential, and/or health care/long term care buildings is an asset.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant Canadian and Ontario codes and standards (OBC, OESC, NFPA, IES, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage a team of electrical staff in the development and delivery of construction documentation and associated engineering calculations, coordination of electrical elements, and final verification of electrical design.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to think analytically, attention to detail, resourceful and detail-oriented, and team and customer service focused.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, architectural, and structural drawings and systems as it relates to construction and the implications on electrical designs.
• Ability to effectively resolve construction issues, manage client expectations, review construction sites, liaise with contractors, and other contract administration requirements.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical  Designer

Job Location                          Barrie, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $27.00 – $45.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire a confident electrical designer with four plus years of experience completing electrical design in the building service industry.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Develop, with oversight from a Senior Electrical Engineer as required, the technical design for various electrical systems from preliminary design phases through to completion and would including coordinating electrical site services for new construction, site photometric plans, electrical distribution design, fire alarm, generator (standby and life safety) designs, emergency and life safety systems, lighting & associated controls, and other electrical requirements to suit client standards and building classifications.
• Assist a Senior Electrical Engineer to effectively resolve construction issues, manage client expectations, review construction sites, liaise with contractors, and other contract administration requirements.
• Performing design calculations for each of these systems, attending design meetings to represent the electrical discipline, selecting relevant equipment, management of other junior electrical team members, overseeing / completing the drafting and modeling assigned projects, coordination of electrical systems with mechanical, architectural, and other disciplines, and contract administration requirements.
• Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) electrical systems for projects with minimum instructions from Senior Electrical Engineer.
• Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist Senior and Intermediate staff for issuing site instructions, change notices and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.

Projects may include working on residential (low and high-rise), educational projects (public and private schools, post-secondary institutions), commercial projects (box stores, base buildings, etc.), institutional projects (public sector facilities), industrial facilities, retirement / long term care facilities, and a variety of other projects. This is an in-office position.

Qualifications

This position is intended for an individual that has graduated from an accredited engineering program and is eligible for pursing or has obtained a P.Eng. or LEL designation with Professional Engineers Ontario or has obtained an OACETT certification (C.E.T., C.Tech.). Position requires prior experience at an engineering consulting firm with a similar portfolio of projects. All candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment. Specifically, the ideal candidate would be able to think critically and analytically with problem solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to supervise junior staff based on team structure. Further qualifications for this role include:

• Prior electrical engineering experience in the building service industry.
• Strong technical knowledge in the design and code requirements for power and distribution, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, life safety systems, generators, and other auxiliary systems such as IT, A/V, and communications.
• Excellent computer skills and use of software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
• Knowledge of relevant Canadian and Ontario codes and standards (OBC, OESC, IES, NFPA, IES, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize AutoCAD to prepare electrical design documents.
• Working knowledge and experience using Revit is considered an asset.
• Strong ability with lighting design software such as AGI32, fixture selection and selecting of .ies files, understanding of light fixture characteristics, and industry lighting approaches
• Ability to supervise and provide instructions and markups to junior staff is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to think analytically, attention to detail, resourceful and detail-oriented, and team and customer service focused.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical Technician

Job Location                          Barrie, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $25.00 – $29.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire an electrical designer/technician that has graduated from an accredited university engineering program or a college level electrical, architectural, or building-focused technology program to begin their career in the building services consulting industry.

This position is a growth position and not an existing vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Assist senior staff to develop electrical systems design drawings for a variety of projects, including but not limited to site lighting and servicing, life safety systems, lighting, lighting controls, building power distribution, and drawing coordination with other disciplines.
• Coordination of electrical elements with various disciplines, i.e. mechanical equipment, device locations, etc.
• Assist senior staff in performing and completing design calculations as required for various systems including electrical load calculations, lighting designs, etc., by providing building areas, ceiling types, fixture counts, etc. from AutoCAD plans.
• Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) electrical systems for projects with redline markups under the supervision of senior staff.
• Be responsible for plotting and presentation of design drawings.
• Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist senior staff for issuing site instructions, change notices and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.
• Gain experience, understanding, and knowledge of electrical systems design, applicable Codes, and other standards.

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma from an accredited university engineering program or a college level electrical, architectural, or building-focused technology program.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadline and deliverable dates while working on a number of ongoing projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit with the ability to set up and produce electrical design drawings using detailed markups from supervisor in a fast-paced environment while adhering to company standards.
• Ability to organize project information provided by supervisor and peers via email and notes.
• Experience with standard computer software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
• Experience with lighting design software such as AGI32 is considered an asset.
• High levels of attention to detail, retention of design approaches, and ability to draw on past experiences and apply to current situations.
• Ability to think both critically and analytically while applying problem solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior co-op / job experience at an engineering consulting firm is considered an asset
• Highly detail oriented and able to conduct self checks on drafting presentation and company standards for produced work prior to supervisor review.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Electrical Project Manager (Contract                                                                                 Administration)

Job Location                          Barrie, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time – 37.5 to 50 hours/week (varies seasonally)

Travel                                     Overnight travel within Canada should be expected                                                       2-3 times/month

Pay Band                                $39.00 – $47.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.

DEI’s goal is to hire competent, driven, and self-motivated individual that will represent DEI as the main point of contact for our Electrical Team for projects in construction.

This is a growth position created to support the continued expansion of our business and is not intended to fill an existing vacancy.

Role Overview

As an Electrical Project Manager and Contract Administrator your role revolves around four main task types:

On Site Review:

• Visit Construction sites and prepare field review reports on construction progress.
• Enforce project specifications and design standards are being adhered to.
• Ensure quality of workmanship being completed on site and communicate deficiencies.
• Represent DEI during site meetings.
• Participate in functional testing/verification of equipment operation as required.
• Proactively identify and assist in the resolution of issues related to the engineering design during construction and during the warranty period.
• Proximity to 401 corridor between Kitchener and Milton, or immediate area around Hamilton would be beneficial.

Contractor Administration:

• Answer RFIs from site.
• Review and approve monthly progress draws.
• Prepare and issue Change Notices, Change Directives, Site Instructions and other related documentation.
• Review Change Notice pricing for fairness.
• Review shop drawing submissions for conformance with design and specifications.
• For projects where DEI is the Prime Consultant, take on the leadership role of the Prime Consultant.

Occupancy and Post Occupancy Project Closeout

• Clearly communicate and co-ordinate all occupancy requirements to construction team.
• Review and confirm completeness and correctness of all life safety and occupancy related paperwork.
• Ensure Occupancy Letters are issued in line with owner requirements, actively work with construction team to resolve issues and meet project timelines.
• Review post occupancy project closeout documents including Operations and Maintenance Manuals, deficiency sign off etc.

Support to Projects in Design

• Provide regular feedback to the design team on the quality of products specified, lessons learned from site etc.
• Conduct detailed site surveys of existing buildings in support of renovation projects.
• Review and assist in final checks of project design checks, prior to tender as requested.

The successful proponent for this position will be well organized, able to work in a digital environment and be comfortable working from home, from the road and while travelling.

Average project load will be 35 projects in various states of progress through construction. Based on project complexity, frequency of site visits/site meetings will vary between weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and on call.

The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation as this role requires regular travel to multiple project sites throughout Ontario, primarily within 100km radius of Barrie. Travel to site in other provinces across Canada would be required. A flexible Monday to Friday work schedule is required, including occasional early morning or late afternoon/evening site visits and meetings to accommodate project requirements and construction schedule.

Qualifications

This role requires a candidate with excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with contractors, owners, architects, and other individuals during the construction period through in person and electronic communication. The role requires someone who acts in a professional manner, is organized, and can enforce contractual requirements when necessary.

The successful candidate needs at minimum 7 to 10 years of construction experience ideally as an Ontario College of Trades licensed Electrician working on relevant construction projects. The individual should have a strong understanding of construction methodology, coordination between trades, and construction details. Candidates need to have an in-depth understanding of relevant electrical codes, construction practices, and the ability to effectively analyze costs (manpower and materials) for changes that occur during construction.

Technically, the successful candidate must possess a strong understanding of electrical building systems, including fire alarm systems, generators, lighting, power distribution, communications systems, and electrical wiring methods. They should also demonstrate a solid knowledge of industry standards, and quality workmanship and best practices.

The role will require the successful candidate to be capable of effectively utilizing a variety of software and hardware in their daily tasks, including Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, etc.), Bluebeam (PDF Editors), 360-degree cameras, regular cameras, etc.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Role                                         Lead Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Job Location                          Waterloo, Ontario

Job Details                             Full-Time

Pay Band                                $47.00 – $65.00 per hour

Overview

DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999.  With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, educational, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full service mechanical and electrical consulting for any building.

Role Overview

DEI’s goal is to hire a confident lead mechanical engineer/lead mechanical designer with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience completing mechanical engineering in the building service industry.

This is a growth position and not an existing vacancy

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Lead the design on projects with mechanical construction values in excess of $1,000,000.
• Respond to and win Requests for Proposals.
• Provide technical direction to a minimum of 2 subordinates on a daily basis.
• Integrate well into a multi-disciplinary team of both internal and external consultants.
• Manage owner and client relationships.
• Manage contractor relationships.
• Conduct site reviews, manage change notices, etc.
• Communicate effectively.
• Be knowledgeable in applicable building, CSA, ASHRAE and NFPA codes.
• Size and select all equipment required for the mechanical systems serving the building.
• Size and design all ductwork, piping, and other systems required for the building.
• Design a variety of mid or high rise residential, commercial, or institutional/educational buildings. Work will be a mixture of renovation and new construction.

Qualifications

This role would require an individual with the interpersonal skills (verbal and written) to effectively communicate with the project team, other project disciplines, and owners.  Specifically, the ideal candidate would be able to think critically and analytically with exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills.

Qualifications and required skills:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or Limited Engineering License/Technologist (LEL, LET).
• Ten (10) plus years of mechanical engineering experience in the building service industry.
• Extensive technical knowledge and ability to deliver mechanical designs for a variety of building types, including, but not limited to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, plumbing and drainage systems, building automation systems / controls, and fire protection systems.
• Extensive knowledge of Canadian and Ontario codes and standards including OBC, SB-1 and SB-4 supplementary standards, NFPA 13, NFPA 14, CSA B149.1, ASHRAE 62.1, and ASHRAE 90.1.
• Proven ability to lead a team of mechanical staff in the development and delivery of construction documentation and associated engineering calculations, coordination of mechanical elements, and final verification of mechanical design of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to think analytically, attention to detail, resourceful and detail-oriented, and team and customer service focused.
• Working knowledge of electrical, architectural, and structural drawings and systems as it relates to construction and the implications on mechanical designs.
• Ability to effectively resolve construction issues, manage client expectations, review construction sites, liaise with contractors, and other contract administration requirements.

Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to careers@deiassociates.ca. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).