Senior Substation Physical Electrical Designer

GFT; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid (in-person and remote)

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Senior Substation Electrical Designer to join our Practice or CBG Team in Toronto on a hybrid schedule with regular office attendance. The role focuses on physical electrical design for high voltage substations from 69kV to 500kV, and includes mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities include developing layouts, performing design studies, cable sizing, equipment specs, and coordinating with other disciplines to ensure successful project deliverables within the Power group.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Technology required.
• 4–8 years of experience in substation Physical Electrical drafting design/drafting.
• Experience in CAD standards and following client standards for Physical Electrical packages.

Responsibilities

• Develop Substation layout drawings including plan/elevations, yard layouts, grounding, raceways, control buildings, cable lists and material lists for new and existing substations.
• Perform Physical Electrical design studies (Busbar, Lighting, shield/lighting).
• Perform cable sizing calculations and duct bank sizing.
• Review Physical Electrical design packages and related studies.
• Prepare equipment specifications for substation equipment and construction.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for interdisciplinary dependencies and QA/QC submissions.
• Mentor/train junior/intermediate drafters/designers.

Skills

Mentoring / Training

CAD standards

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

Diploma in Electrical Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

AutoCAD Electric

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Senior Substation Electrical Designer to join our Practice or CBG Team in Toronto! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office.

GFT’s Power Corporate Business Group

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting‑edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem‑solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

The growth and diversification of the Power Business Line is a top initiative, on both a regional and national scale. Our projects involve the design of high voltage infrastructure to support the upgrading and expansion of the electrical grid, design of wind generation sites, Solar (photovoltaic generation) sites, and battery storage facilities.

The successful candidate will perform Physical Electrical design on various substation projects from 69kV up to 500kV, renewable & electrical distribution systems.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop Substation layout drawings including, plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations
• Perform Physical Electrical Design related studies i.e Busbar, Lighting/illumination, lightning/shielding
• Perform cable calculations for cable sizing
• Perform cable duct bank and conduct sizing calculations
• Review substation Physical Electrical design, electrical design studies related to Physical Electrical
• Prepare equipment specifications, for substation equipment, components, and construction
• Review Physical Electrical packages for design & drafting prospectives
• Experience in Mentoring/Training junior/intermediate drafters/designers
• Coordinate with other disciplines for interdisciplinary dependencies
• Compile Physical Electrical packages and arrange submission for internal QA/QC as well as submission to the clients

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• Diploma in Electrical Technology.
• Minimum 4 to 8 years of experience in substation Physical Electrical drafting design/drafting.
• Experience in CAD standards.
• Ability to understand & follow all standards, including client’s standards, applicable to Physical Electrical packages
• Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices
• Experience in AutoCAD & MicroStation
• Experience in AutoCAD Electric

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $76,000 - $94,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Employment Status: Full-Time

Sponsorship for Canadian Work authorization is not available for this position.

No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.

Local candidates will be given preference.