Protection and Control Designer (Mid-Level)

RCM Technologies, Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Plans

Well-being program

Job summary

RCMT Energy Services in Mississauga, Ontario seeks a mid-level Protection and Control Designer with HV substation expertise. You will prepare protection and control design packages, develop relay and panel layouts, and support field verification and commissioning across projects.

The role requires 3–7 years of HV protection experience, knowledge of IEC 61850/DNP3/SCADA, and proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation. Travel to client sites may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• EIT status or CET certification is an asset.
• 3–7 years in protection and control design for HV substations.
• Knowledge of HV protection schemes (line, transformer, bus, feeder) and interlocking.Read protection schematics and vendor drawings.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850, DNP3, SCADA, RTU communications.
• Proficient with AutoCAD / MicroStation; AutoCAD Electrical is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; good communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites; eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Prepare protection and control design deliverables for HV substations (diagrams, wiring, interconnection diagrams).
• Develop relay and control panel layouts and cable schedules.
• Prepare bills of material and assist with relay/IED selections.
• Support with relay settings, protection coordination, and design calculations.
• Prepare SCADA, communications, and network design documentation.
• Conduct field verification and update as-built drawings with red-lines.
• Coordinate with engineers and stakeholders to meet scope and schedule.
• Perform self-checks and peer checks for quality assurance.
• Support construction and commissioning activities as required.

Skills

Protection & control design

HV substations

AutoCAD / MicroStation

Relay settings knowledge

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma

EIT / CET asset

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD Electrical

SCADA

DNP3

IEC 61850

Job description

Posting # 2026-PC-02EII

Position

Protection and Control Designer (Mid- Level)

Position Type

Full-time

Position Location

Mississauga, Ontario

Job Description And Summary

RCMT Energy Services is seeking an experienced Protection and Control Designer with a strong background in high voltage substations to join its team in Mississauga, ON, Canada. The successful candidate will prepare protection and control design packages for high voltage substation projects, working independently with minimal guidance under the direction of the Lead Engineer. Projects may include travel to client sites as needed to perform job functions at existing facilities, such as, but not limited to, field verification and collecting the data needed to prepare the design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare protection and control design deliverables for high voltage substations, including single-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring and interconnection diagrams, and protection and control logic diagrams.
• Develop relay and control panel layouts, front and rear panel elevations, panel wiring diagrams, and cable and conduit schedules.
• Prepare bills of material and assist with the selection of protection relays, IEDs, RTUs, meters, and auxiliary devices (GE UR, SEL, ABB, Siemens, etc.).
• Support engineers with relay setting and configuration files, protection coordination, and design calculations (e.g., battery and charger sizing, DC load, and AC station service).
• Prepare SCADA, communications, and network design documentation, including points lists, RTU/gateway I/O, communication architecture, and fibre/network diagrams.
• Perform field verification at existing facilities, mark up drawings, and incorporate construction and commissioning red-lines into as-built drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, drafters, and project stakeholders to ensure deliverables meet project scope, schedule, client standards, and applicable codes.
• Perform self-checks and peer checks of design packages to ensure quality and consistency.
• Support construction and commissioning activities, including responding to RFIs and field design changes as required.

Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A P.Eng. license is not required. C.E.T. certification (OACETT) or EIT status is considered an asset.
• 3-7 years of experience in protection and control design for high voltage substations (utility, transmission, distribution, or industrial).
• Solid working knowledge of high voltage substation protection and control systems, including line, transformer, bus, breaker failure, and feeder protection schemes, instrument transformers (CTs/VTs), AC/DC systems, and interlocking and control schemes.
• Ability to read and interpret protection and control schematics, relay logic, and vendor drawings.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, SCADA, and RTU communications.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and related products; experience with AutoCAD Electrical is an asset.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (CSA, IEEE, IEC, Ontario Electrical Safety Code) and utility design standards is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and apply sound judgment, initiative, and decision making.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with clients, equipment vendors, and construction contractors.
• Ability to be flexible and work with competing priorities.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid work permit for work in Canada.

RCMT Energy Services

RCMT's Energy Services Division is a comprehensive Engineering/Architectural design and construction management firm providing clients with total solutions for their project needs. RCMT provides the highest quality services in all engineering disciplines to utility, industrial, commercial, and institutional customers.

https://www.rcmt.com/energyservices/

At RCMT, we believe the key to success is working with our clients to define the correct technical staff and resources necessary to assure each project phase can be executed within the client's guidelines. This requires technical personnel with a depth of experience in all phases of project execution.

• Experienced, multi-discipline project teams offer the full range of comprehensive services necessary to successfully execute all aspects of power delivery, generation, commercial and industrial projects.
• Proven project management skills and tools are applied to all tasks to achieve budget and schedule commitments.
• Highly responsive, flexible, and cost-effective total solutions consistently delivering results that exceed our customers' expectations.

• Competitive Salary offered, along with benefits such as Health, Dental and Vision Plans, a well-being program and more. Salary and Title are commensurate with experience.

RCM Technologies Canada Corp. adheres to all applicable legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. RCM Technologies Canada Corp. is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.