Bilingual Engineering Designer (Technologist)

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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.  

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. 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! 

CIMA+ is currently seeking applications for the position of a Bilingual Designer (Technologist) to join our Energy & Resources' Team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the development of functional, preliminary, and detailed design plans for Renewable projects: such as Wind farm design, Solar and BESS, as well as for electrification of transportation and SCADA/telecom projects. You will also be required to perform site inspections within Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec. 

This role will be based in our Ottawa office, in a hybrid model (2 days/week in the office) 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Assist in the integration of multi-disciplinary input into the design process from specialists in areas such as traffic engineering, transportation safety, structural engineering, stormwater management, water/wastewater process, geotechnical engineering, and environment/ecology.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed design drawings, quantity and cost estimates associated with new and/or the rehabilitation of regional arterial roads, collector roads, local roads, and bike trails.
• Coordinate with utility stakeholders and regulatory agencies and prepare materials for inclusion in permit application packages to secure approvals.
• Ensure that the projects needs are met in a timely and effective manner.
• Work under the direction of Senior Staff and collaborate with CADD staff working within the group.
• Renewable projects: such as Wind farm design, Solar and BESS
• Electrification of transportation
• SCADA / Telecom.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key requirements

• Fluent English and French
• Technician / Technologist diploma in a relevant program
• 2-6 years experience working in a team environment and completing tasks assigned and reviewed by others.
• Experience with industrial electrical design
• Drafting designer, experience with AutoCAD
• Interaction with contractors / clients
• Perform site inspections within Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec

Nice to have

• Microstation / Revit
• Panel design
• Utility experience
• Automation, P&C, PSS
• Hydro electric

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.  

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 eligible 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 

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

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.

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