Department:

Electrical Engineering Division

Reports To:

Director, Electrical Design Services

Location:

Remote

Certification:

OACETT membership an asset (Electrical, Mechanical, or Construction discipline)

Experience:

2+ years of 3D design experience preferred; junior candidates encouraged to apply

ABOUT CHIMAX INC.

Since 1994, Chimax Inc. has been one of Canada’s go-to engineering firms for high-voltage substation design, switchyard engineering, and transmission and distribution line engineering, serving utilities, renewable energy developers, oil and gas, and mining clients across Canada and internationally. With a well-established civil and structural engineering practice as its foundation, Chimax is now expanding into electrical engineering services — and is building a skilled design team to support this exciting next chapter.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a skilled and motivated 3D Designer to join the Chimax Electrical Engineering Division. Working closely with our electrical and protection & control design teams, you will be a key contributor to the physical design of high-voltage substations and associated electrical infrastructure — bringing designs to life through detailed 3D modelling that directly supports project delivery for Chimax clients in the utility and industrial sectors.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Develop comprehensive 3D models of high-voltage substations, control/switchgear buildings,— including equipment layouts, cable and conduit routing, and grounding systems — using Autodesk Revit and BIM Substation Designer (BSD)
- Generate accurate bills of material (BOM) derived directly from 3D models to support procurement and construction activities.
- Build and maintain an internal library of reusable substation design components, improving consistency and efficiency across projects.
- Contribute to the development and ongoing refinement of internal design procedures, standards, and templates.




- Perform substation and plant lightning protection, lighting, and bus design calculations and analyses informed by 3D model data.
- Work with raw 3D scan data for brownfield substation projects and site verification where applicable.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with civil, structural, and electrical team members, reflecting Chimax’s integrated multi-discipline approach.

WHAT YOU BRING

- A minimum of 2 years of hands-on 3D design experience; junior candidates with relevant training or academic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply — mentorship and structured development will be provided.
- Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Revit, or Substation Design Suite (SDS) is a strong asset; a demonstrated ability to learn new design platforms is equally valued.
- Membership (Associate or Full) with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) in an Electrical, Mechanical, or Construction discipline is an asset, not a requirement.
- Familiarity with the electrical, mechanical, or civil aspects of substation design is an advantage; a willingness to develop this knowledge is equally welcomed.
- A self-directed work ethic with the ability to manage assignments and deliverables with minimal supervision.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

WHY CHIMAX Chimax offers the 3D Designer a rare combination: the energy and opportunity of joining a new division at its inception, and the stability and project depth of a firm that has been designing complex electrical infrastructure for over 30 years. You’ll work on real projects from day one, be supported by an experienced team, and have the opportunity to grow alongside a division being built to last. We look forward to hearing from you.

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Advantages

- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Catharines, ON

📌 3D Designer (St. Catharines)
🏢 Chimax
📍 St. Catharines