Distribution Design Engineer

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.

At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it. 

Design and assist with the design of electric distribution projects. The designs are based on customer requests, inquiries, complaints, etc. regarding the establishment and maintenance of electrical service. Designs also include overhead and underground electric facilities, distribution system maintenance, repair, and improvement, public works, and routine program work.

• Perform work independently as required, taking responsibility for work and supporting it from start to finish. Meeting job requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate with the Manager, Electric Engineering and be cognizant of design work and job statuses.
• Apply acquired knowledge of Liberty Utilities construction standards, Electrical Service Information and Requirements, and portions of the National Electric Code and National Electrical Safety Code to construction applications.
• Read and interpret one-line diagrams, site plans and load information.
• Perform critical analysis of electrical distribution design problems and develop design solutions
• Be proficient in the current expanded Work Management Systems required to produce and progress Design Packages.
• Effectively communicate with external customers, municipal and regulatory representatives, and contractors on a regular basis.
• Advise customers in the proper application and required technical specifications of their electric service.
• Interact with internal departments and company employees to ensure an efficient overall process.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and efficient resource utilization, both throughout the department and project teams.
• Travel within region.
• Once proficient, will be part of pager standby/on call Supervisor rotation
• Participate in the training of lower level employees.
• Will also be expected to respond to emergency call out and work extended and planned hours when major company emergencies occur.  Emergency roles could include office assignments or external field support roles.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency in Liberty's Clearance and Control Tagging and Safety Procedures.
• Assist with the securing of permits and licenses, municipal/governmental requirements, and private property easements to complete designs and advance the project as needed.
• Provide technical support to operate and maintain the electrical system.
• Participation as a technical expert in customer and municipal/government meetings as the company's electric system representative

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering; Engineering Technology or Computer Science from an accredited Engineering or technological school is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Engineering; Engineering Technology or Computer Science AND at least 4 years' experience and the ability to meet all Electric Distribution Engineer-A qualifications will be considered.
• Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures.
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, schedule & coordinate multiple ongoing tasks.

Knowledge & Experience

• Thorough knowledge of customer service techniques, strategies, and approaches.
• Detailed knowledge of electric theory and utility construction practices.
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop positive customer relations; anticipate, identify, respond to customer concerns and problems, in accordance with the job description and training.
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team with co-workers. Robust understanding of local municipality regulations and permit requirements. Motivated, self-starter with ability to work in a flexible and fast paced environment. Familiarity with good utility practice and business management including regulatory requirements is desired.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction.

With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our "Think Global,  Act Local" business model.

What we offer

Company funded Pension program

401k with Company match

Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

Share purchase/match plan

Defined Contribution savings plan

Top Talent Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.