Senior Substation Electrical Designer

Stantec

Saskatoon

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Substation Electrical Designer in Western Canada to lead detailed electrical design and project support for high voltage substations from 5 kV to 500 kV. You will produce drawings, one-lines, layouts, grounding and BOMs, while coordinating with civil, structural, and P&C teams.

The role requires 8+ years in HV substation design, proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation, and field data collection experience; strong safety mindset emphasized.

Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
~8+ years of experience in HV substation design
Experience developing complete drawing and construction packages
Experience with AutoCAD/MicroStation
Experience with site visits and field data collection

Responsibilities

Develop detailed substation physical and electrical design drawings and packages
Prepare electrical design deliverables, including one-lines, layouts, grounding, conduit, control house, lighting, and BOMs
Cable systems and station service design
Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages
Interpret and incorporate vendor drawings and specifications into design deliverables
Support project execution with progress updates and coordination
Assist with cost estimating, proposals, and LOE development
Participate in site visits to gather field data and validate designs
Support construction, commissioning, and field activities as required
Mentoring and training of junior staff
Coordinate with engineers and designers across disciplines (civil, structural, P&C)

Skills

Substation design

Electrical drafting

Project coordination

Mentoring staff

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

Our Western Canada Power Delivery group is looking for a Senior Substation Electrical Designer. Reporting to the Substation and P&C Leads, this position offers the opportunity to work within a project team delivering detailed electrical design and project support for high voltage substation and power projects.

The successful candidate will work on substation projects ranging from 5 kV to 500 kV, supporting engineering, physical design, and coordination across disciplines.

Your Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed substation physical and electrical design drawings and packages
Prepare electrical design deliverables, including one-lines, layouts, grounding, conduit, control house, lighting, and BOMs
Cable systems and station service design
Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages
Interpret and incorporate vendor drawings and specifications into design deliverables
Support project execution with progress updates and coordination
Assist with cost estimating, proposals, and LOE development
Participate in site visits to gather field data and validate designs
Support construction, commissioning, and field activities as required
Mentoring and training of junior staff
Coordinate with engineers and designers across disciplines (civil, structural, P&C)

Capabilities and Credentials

Demonstrable experience in 138kV (and above) systems
Ability to identify relevant electrical code rules and industry standards for power system and station service design
Ability to visualize and evaluate clearances and equipment layouts
Strong knowledge of substation layout and physical design
Understanding of grounding, lightning protection, and applicable codes
Strong safety mindset

Education and Experience

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
~8+ years of experience in HV substation design
Experience developing complete drawing and construction packages
Experience with AutoCAD/MicroStation
Experience with site visits and field data collection

Typical office environment working with computers. 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

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

Canada | AB | Edmonton

Other Locations

Canada | SK | Saskatoon

Organization

1182 E&R-CA Pacific-Edmonton AB

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes