P&C Substation Engineer - Hybrid & Growth Opportunities

Cima2; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group benefits

RRSP with employer contribution

Employee ownership program

Flexible hybrid work

Work/Life balance

Vacation 3–5 weeks

Tailored training

Job summary

CIMA+ in Western Canada is seeking a seasoned Protection & Control Engineer to work on large-scale electrical energy projects across Canada. You will join a multidisciplinary team, advancing substations, hydroelectric and renewable projects, collaborating with experienced professionals.

The role emphasizes detailed P&C design, QA/QC, site surveys, and coordination with civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Hybrid work possible, with growth opportunities in a dynamic, innovative firm.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Electrical engineering.
• Eligible for P.Eng registration in Canada.
• 6+ years of experience in Protection & Control projects.
• Strong knowledge of protection and control principles.
• Experience in electrical system design.
• 3+ years in detailed P&C design with utilities in Canada.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Autonomous, resourceful, and enjoys teamwork.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design and review the protection and control drawings of substation systems and power systems.
• Approve project deliverables, including detail drawings, electrical diagrams, layouts, equipment sizing, etc.
• Collaborate with members of the engineering team as well as project managers from other disciplines.
• Prepare plans, drawings and calculations based on specifications provided.
• Develop electrical Command and Protection systems, including single-line diagrams, logic diagrams, three-line AC diagrams, protection and control diagrams, wiring drawings, device connection drawings, assembly plans, material lists and quotes for manufacturing and installation on site of Control and Protection panels.
• Supervise the development of AC and DC station service power systems, including single-line diagrams, AC & DC load calculations, AC & DC distribution diagrams, connection drawings of chargers, batteries, inverter, etc.
• Participate in site surveys (stations and power stations).
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines: equipment, civil, mechanical and building to develop design solutions for optimized substation and power plant systems.
• Possibility of carrying out site work sporadically when the opportunity arises (start-up or monitoring).
• Perform QA/QC of the electrical engineering design packages.
• Attend review meetings and update the work package based on client`s comments.
• Support commissioning and field engineering.

Skills

Teamwork

Autonomous

Integrity

Fluent English

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng eligible / registered

Job description

CIMA+ in Western Canada is seeking a seasoned Protection & Control Engineer to work on large-scale electrical energy projects across Canada. You will join a multidisciplinary team, advancing substations, hydroelectric and renewable projects, collaborating with experienced professionals.

The role emphasizes detailed P&C design, QA/QC, site surveys, and coordination with civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Hybrid work possible, with growth opportunities in a dynamic, innovative firm.