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Traffic Signals Engineer

Job Title: Traffic Signals Engineer
Location: Calgary, Edmonton, or Red Deer
Reports to: Manager, Design Build
Job Posting#: 54-2024
Application Deadline: Until filled

We have an opening for a Traffic Signals Engineer. This role can be based in Calgary, Edmonton, or Red Deer.


Responsibilities:

  • Client relationship building and management including, but not limited to, taking part in business development activities, proposal preparation, organizing staff resources, establishing project budgets and schedules, etc.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members (Engineers, Architects, Designers, and Project Managers) in the design and specification development of electrical, lighting, and traffic signal systems projects within an integrated multi-disciplinary project delivery team.
  • Lead and Contribute to the successful design, production, coordination, and management of electrical, lighting, and traffic signal systems projects.
  • Develop power distribution, lighting, and auxiliary systems designs in AutoCAD, AGi32 light software, and/or MicroStation such as single line diagrams, wiring schematics, photometric layouts, grounding details, etc.
  • Prepare and review wire sizing, voltage drop, and conduit capacity calculations.
  • Prepare technical reports, tender documentation, and field support (including commissioning/site inspection).
  • Ensure that engineering deliverables (e.g. drawings, specifications, analysis, budget estimates) comply with applicable regulations, standards, corporate procedures, and sound engineering practices.
  • Review drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality of technical information and project documentation in accordance with QA/QC programs.
  • Ensure that project deliverables are met in a timely manner to a high-quality including engineering stamped drawings and preparing final reports.
  • Direct and mentor junior staff as required.
  • Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in traffic engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in traffic signal design and operations.
  • P.Eng. or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in Alberta is required.
  • Must have proven experience in the electrical design of municipal roadway lighting, and traffic signal systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Safety Code, Alberta Transportation Standards as well as familiarity with regional traffic design standards.
  • Proficiency with engineering software including AutoCAD, MicroStation, and AGi32 lighting design software.
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Additional Assets:

  • Experience performing electrical site inspections, construction supervision, and contract administration.
  • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team delivering various projects with large size and scope.
  • Strong interpersonal communications skills applicable both internally with project delivery staff as well as externally with project partners (clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities).

Primary offers a highly competitive compensation package including, competitive salaries, bonuses, Health & Dental benefits, Health Care Spending Account, flexible work schedules, paid vacation, Company Matching RRSP, flex days, and several career and professional development opportunities.

If you are ready for a new challenge and want to make a difference in the industry, please apply below:

We thank all candidates for their application however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Please note, you must be legally able to work in Canada**

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Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation (Primary) is a growth-oriented industry leader providing professional electrical engineering and construction services and specializing in emerging marketplaces in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan.

We offer design and design/build services for all types of electric utility distribution infrastructure to a wide variety of clients including electric utility companies, developers, builders, commercial and industrial businesses, oil companies, government, and private contractors. Our devotion to excellence has attracted some of the best young professional minds to our company.

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