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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking for an Electrical Engineer in training in their Markham office in Ontario to join the civil infrastructure group to be part of team working on projects of Roadways, Bridges, Transitways, Municipal and/or County arterial roads, side streets, multi-use pathways, parking facilities etc.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be part of electrical project team and attend project meetings
• Perform lighting calculations (AGI software knowledge desired but not mandatory, On job training shall be provided)
• Design Traffic Signal Systems to Ontario Traffic Manual. (Traffic Signal system design is desired but not mandatory, On job training shall be provided)
• Experience in Roadway lighting design and Traffic Signal design including phasing and signal timing plans in the province of Ontario is desired but not mandatory
• Develop designs for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) elements
• Generate one-line diagrams, traffic signal wiring diagrams, roadway lighting wiring diagrams and electrical details
• Perform Voltage Drop Calculations, short circuit calculations and arc flash analysis calculations. (Past knowledge of how to perform these calculations is desired but not mandatory, On job training shall be provided)
• Write and edit project construction specifications.
• Review shop drawings, equipment submittals, perform site observations etc.
• Coordinate on site with electrical contractor and Performs field inspections and provides professional field support as necessary during construction phases.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

• 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering and preferably 1 year of related work experience. (Experience is desired but not mandatory, On Job training provided to fresh out of school EIT)
• Proficient in the utilization of current electrical engineering theories and practices. 

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: 

• Potential to perform in an engineering team, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a familiarity of industry practices and regulations are desired. 
• Strong background in AutoCAD, MicroStation and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is desired but not required.
• Position is Contract position. (1 year) to possible FT Hire.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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