Electrical Engineer/Designer - Protection and Controls

Rising Edge Group

$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
  • 2-8 years of experience in the Utilities industry preferred.
  • Previous engineering or design experience in Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial, and Renewables sectors is a strong asset.
  • Experience in construction and field installations is an advantage.
  • Proficient in medium/high voltage power engineering processes.
  • Strong skills in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design protection and control systems for electrical facilities in various sectors.
  • Develop complete design packages including schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Apply industry standards and engineering principles to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Perform relay setting calculations and configure digital protection relays as needed.
  • Review and verify engineering standards and protection philosophies.
  • Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and testing phases.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for successful project execution.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling support.
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do (Brief Role Description)

Reporting to the Discipline Lead - Protection and Controls, the role of P&C Substation Engineer is designing of protection and control schemes in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors. P&C Engineer will apply their knowledge and experience to analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings with guidance from senior engineering personnel, as needed. P&C Engineers

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
  • Design protection and control systems for electrical facilities within the Transmission & Distribution, Power Generation, Industrial, and Renewable Energy sectors.
  • Develop complete protection and control design packages, including schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, bills of materials, and supporting documentation.
  • Apply industry standards, engineering principles, and protection philosophies to produce accurate and high-quality engineering deliverables.
  • Perform protective relay setting calculations and configure modern digital protection relays for utility applications not necessary but an asset.
  • Develop, review, and verify protection and control philosophies, schemes, and engineering standards. Including but not limited to AC/DC studies, battery and charger sizing, voltage drop and CT burden calculations.
  • Provide technical engineering support throughout construction, commissioning, testing, and field installation activities, including troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering disciplines as well as with construction, commissioning, and client teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Experience with engineering software such as MathCAD, Aspen OneLiner, CAPE[MA1] , and eTap, MicroStation, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other design tools to complete engineering deliverables is considered an asset.
  • Apply knowledge of electric transmission system operation, substation equipment, system performance, maintenance practices, and protection coordination to engineering designs.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable legislation, client requirements, and industry standards, including AEUC, CSA, ANSI, IEC, IEEE, and applicable utility specifications. Familiarity with NFPA, NEMA, NERC are also an asset.
  • Support projects involving Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements where applicable.
  • Manage multiple engineering assignments simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedules, and project priorities.
  • Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering standards and project execution.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.


Additional Information

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

Requirements

What We're Looking For (Qualifications/Requirements)
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required; or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution
  • 2 - 8 years of experience in the Utilities industry is preferred but not required
  • Previous engineering or design experience in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors is considered a strong asset.
  • Experience in construction and field installations an asset
  • Proficient in medium/high voltage power engineering in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors
  • Proficient ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
  • Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Eligible for registration with APEGGA or ASET
  • Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines
  • Navigate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks

Benefits

What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
  • Generous paid time off
  • RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
  • Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program

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