Senior Electrical Substation Engineer

CIMA+; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 134,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits from day one

RRSP program with employer contrib.

Employee ownership

3–5 weeks vacation

Tailored training

Job summary

CIMA+ in Western Canada is seeking an Electrical Substation Engineer to help design HV/MV substations for utilities and industrial clients. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on projects from feasibility to commissioning in a hybrid work setting.

You’ll apply knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and IEEE standards, mentor junior staff, liaise with clients, regulators, and utilities, and ensure designs meet client requirements and internal QM processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with power system focus.
• Professional Engineer in Canada or eligible to register.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical layout for utilities.
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code and IEEE standards.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of HV/MV substation design drawings for utilities and industrial installations.
• Perform electrical calculations and equipment sizing for transformers, breakers, busbars, etc.
• Prepare technical reports and equipment specifications for procurement; review equipment drawings.
• Design and calculate AC/DC auxiliary systems; develop schedules and cost estimates.
• Produce/Review bills of materials; liaison with clients and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical design

HV/MV substations

English communication

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Job description

• Compensation: CAD 134,000 - CAD 184,000 - yearly

Company Description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.

Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.

At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

Job Description

The CIMA+ offices in Western Canada are in the middle of a large growth trajectory. This means new, exciting complex projects that you will have the ability to shape and be a part of. We are actively looking for people who want to develop their skills, take on new challenges, and advance their careers within the organization.

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

CIMA+ is currently looking for anElectricalSubstation Engineer. To be successful in this role you will have a strong understanding of the engineering environment in electrical design of High Voltage/Medium Voltage substations for Utilities and industrial clients and will be working with multi-disciplinary teams to design in accordance with clients’ requirements and applicable codes and standards. This is a hybrid position that will be based out of one of our offices in Western Canada.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead development of preliminary and detailed design drawings (e.g. SLD, general arrangements, elevations, installation details,etc) for HV and MV substations for Utilities and industrial installations;
• Perform/Review electrical calculations and equipment sizing for various electrical equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, busbars, etc.;
• Perform/Review sizing calculation of power cable and cable tray/trenches routing design;
• Prepare technical reports and equipment specifications (HV and MV equipment) for procurement;
• Review of manufacturers’ equipment drawings;
• Design and calculation of AC and DC auxiliary systems including single line diagram, load calculations, distribution drawings, voltage drop calculations, battery sizing. etc.;
• Develop schedules and engineering cost estimates for proposals;
• Produce/Review bills of materials;
• Perform site visits tovalidate scope requirements and determine existing conditions, inspect construction prepare site survey reports, and participate in commissioning activities (occasionally)
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and utilities
• Ensure designs conform to all applicable codes, client standards and CIMA’s quality management system
• Coordinate with other disciplines and stakeholders either internal or external
• Assist in training junior staff
• Perform and assist with additional duties and tasks based on project requirements
• Collaborate with the client's engineering team in addressing challenging, complex, or unusual engineering issues, providing solutions-oriented support to effectively manage and mitigate engineering risks.

Qualifications

• 10 +years of experience in electrical layout, preferably with largeCanadianUtilities
• Abachelordegree diploma in electrical engineering (power system specialization preferred).
• Professional registeredEngineer in Canadaorhave the ability toregister.
• Advanced experience with electrical design for electric utility substations
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code,IEEEand Canadian Utility standards
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Knowledge of French is an asset
• Excellentproblem solvingskills, capability to work independently and in a team, detail oriented, and self-motivated
• Client focused and flexible to respond to short notice assignments and toproject basedclient demands
• Ability to manage and mentor junior engineers and technologists
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.