Convergint is currently recruiting for a junior-level System Designer (BAS) to join our amazing culture in Calgary. As the Systems Designer, and under direct supervision, you will be responsible for providing design services for projects with a small to medium level of complexity.
Who You Are
You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Systems Designer.
Who We Are
With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer's best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.
What you'll do with "Our Training and Your Experience"
Provides design or drawing for projects during the development and as-built stages of the engineered drawings. May also work on less complex design projects. Obtains electronic plans from engineers / architects / owners. Obtains design drawings from electrical contractors / vendors.
Able to work from rough sketches, schematics, and verbal instructions. Ensures compliance with all Convergint project design, documentation and submittal standards. Ensures adherence to industry standards and codes as required. Supports and maintains Convergint design standards. This position will require the ability to apply advanced drafting techniques and knowledge of practical, electrical and fabrication problems.
Reviews project scope, defining product specification, application and electrical requirements for code compliance and AHJ Requirements. Work assignments vary and may be moderate and/or more complex in scope.
Participates in internal design review meetings as coordinated by the Project Managers. Provides project team with all documentation, programming graphics, etc. according to Convergint standards and project requirements.
Prepares submittal packages according to project requirements or Convergint standards. Revises submittals as required to gain approval. Performs change-order work only with formal authorization to proceed. Prepares as-built drawings and O&M manuals according to project requirements.
Communicates all design progress, committed completion dates, design scope revisions, and associated costs to the Design Manager.
May participate in initial site surveys and/or walkthroughs.
Provides operational support for the sales phase of projects when needed.
Acts as "our customer's best service provider" at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer's first choice for service.
Adhere to and promote the Company's health and safety procedures as well as ensuring Provincial and local regulations are followed.
Presents a professional image of Convergint at all times in appearance and behavior and seeks opportunities to promote the services offered by the company.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.
What you'll need
Excellent customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
Solid knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to building automation systems.
Previous experience working with AutoCAD software required.
Previous exposure and experience in any Graphical User Interface is preferred.
Should have appetite for learning programming skills as well as troubleshoot problems and look for solutions.
Must be a self-starter and work well without supervision.
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), AutoCAD and/or viewing software.
Solid networking & IT skills (Building Automation primarily)
Company Benefits and Perks
Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:
Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
Immediate comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, etc.)
Employer contribution to RRSP;
Work environment committed to safety
Colleague Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary and compensation plan
Corporate Social Responsibility Day
And much more
Requirements:
Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering,
Relevant designation (e.g. EIT, P.Eng., etc.) is an asset.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Building Automation industry
Minimum of three years of AutoCAD experience.
Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.