Electrical Engineer - Substations

Stantec; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Stantec as an Electrical Engineer specializing in substations and advance your career with cutting-edge projects across North America. You'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team focusing on innovative solutions in HV/EHV systems while enjoying a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience related to high voltage substations.
• Professional Engineer registered with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Field experience in commissioning and testing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering studies and detailed design for substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for major equipment.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with other disciplines.

Skills

Power flow analysis

Short circuit analysis

Grounding and lightning protection

Insulation coordination

Technical specifications

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

ETAP

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

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Join a team that does more than generate and deliver electricity through its work; join a team that powers growth and advances communities. Seeing beyond the project at hand, you’ll work with us to advance the industry and build your career. We operate with the strength of a $3B company but have the agility of a specialized power group. We work on some of the most challenging and cutting-edge projects around the world. Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or grid modernization, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, thermal generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.

Your Opportunity Stantec’s Power team in Burnaby BC is currently offering exciting opportunities for Electrical Engineers to work on a variety of HV/EHV AC and DC substation projects throughout North America. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop efficient and reliable substations for our clients. You will coordinate the planning and design activities to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion. We provide career opportunities that are as unique as you.

Your Key Responsibilities- Perform engineering study such as power flow, short circuit, grounding, lightning protection, insulation coordination, TRV, cable ampacity, rigid and flexible bus, lighting, etc.

• Conduct detailed design of substations, including switchyard layouts, sections, grounding plan/details, cable routing, AC/DC distribution, major equipment specifications, single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, marking, design calculations, etc.
• Prepare technical specifications for major equipment, Construction and Testing & Commissioning.
• Provide technical support for procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Assist in preparing proposals, project plans and estimate.
• Mentor the junior engineers.
• Coordinate with other disciplines during project execution to solve challenging technical issues.
• Follow internal QA/QC procedures to deliver high quality engineering service to the clients.
• Conduct site visit to verify existing installation, define project scope, prepare for detailed design and provide construction site supports as required.
• Drafting may be required in order to complete deliverables.
  
  

Your Capabilities and Credentials- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (specialization in Power System) with

• Experience on PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP, CDEGS, WinIGS, MathCAD is an asset.
• Field experience in commissioning and testing is an asset.
• Proven knowledge in Civil/Structural and P&C is an asset.
• Equipment engineering experience is an asset.
• Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Microstation.
• Effective interpersonal skills (written, verbal) are a must in interaction with multi-disciplinary teams, suppliers, sub-consultants and client relationships.
• Demonstrated capability to efficiently handle multitasks.
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.
  
  

Education and Experience- Minimum 6 years of proven direct detailed design and engineering experience related to high voltage substations for Utilities in North America.

• Professional Engineer registered with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
  
  

Typical office environment working with computers; Stantec offers a flexible work environment (a hybrid model of working in the office and at home). Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized

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Salary Range(s)

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 91,800.00 - Max Salary $ 133,100.00
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Burnaby

Organization: 1182 Energy-CA West-Burnaby BC

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Nonmanager

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 19/06/2025 06:06:53

Req ID: 1001185

Seniority level

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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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