Electrical Designer – Substations & HV Projects

Qualus; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Qualus is seeking an Electrical Designer for substations to be based in Calgary, AB or Vancouver, BC. The role covers design from conception to construction of 12 kV–500 kV projects.

Responsibilities include load calculations, cable sizing, one-line diagrams, vendor reviews, and site travel. Requires 5–12 years in electrical design, CET eligibility, and proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Dialux/AGI32, ETAP, CYMCAP.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering Technology degree and CET eligibility.
• 5–12 years electrical design experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• HV substation design is an asset.
• Strong communication and knowledge of CSA,NESC,NFPA, ANSI/IEEE.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for 12 kV to 500 kV substations.
• Prepare load calculations and cable sizing.
• Develop wiring diagrams and one-line diagrams.
• Review vendor documents and project specs.
• Travel to sites and coordinate with clients.
• Ensure safety practices and stay within budgets.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology Degree with CET eligibility

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Dialux

AGI32

ETAP

CYMCAP

Job description

Qualus is seeking an Electrical Designer for substations to be based in Calgary, AB or Vancouver, BC. The role covers design from conception to construction of 12 kV–500 kV projects.

Responsibilities include load calculations, cable sizing, one-line diagrams, vendor reviews, and site travel. Requires 5–12 years in electrical design, CET eligibility, and proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Dialux/AGI32, ETAP, CYMCAP.