Substation Electrical Engineer

Stantec; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 89,200 - 137,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Wellness program

Group retirement savings plan

Job summary

Stantec's Power team in Vancouver is looking for experienced Electrical Engineers to work on HV/EHV AC and DC substation projects across North America. You will engage in detailed design, technical specifications, and engineering studies while ensuring project completion.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, P.Eng certification, and at least 6 years of experience. A range of benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness plans, are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of proven direct detailed design and engineering experience related to high voltage substations.
• Field experience in commissioning and testing is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering studies related to substations.
• Conduct detailed design of substations and prepare specifications.
• Coordinate with other disciplines during projects.

Skills

Engineering studies

HV/EHV AC and DC substation design

Technical specifications preparation

Interpersonal skills

Field experience in commissioning

Microsoft Office proficiency

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer registration (P.Eng)

Tools

PSSE

PCAD

ETAP

CDEGS

WinIGS

MathCAD

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Power team in western Canada is offering exciting opportunities for Electrical Engineers to work on a variety of HV/EHV AC and DC substation projects throughout North America. You will work within a multi‑disciplinary team to develop efficient and reliable substations for our clients, coordinate planning and design activities to maintain project schedules, and ensure successful project completion. We provide career opportunities that are as unique as you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering studies such as power flow, short circuit, grounding, lightning protection, insulation coordination, TRV, cable ampacity, rigid and flexible bus, lighting, etc.
• Conduct detailed design of substations, including switchyard layouts, sections, grounding plan/details, cable routing, AC/DC distribution, major equipment specifications, single‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, marking, design calculations, etc.
• Prepare technical specifications for major equipment, construction, and testing & commissioning.
• Provide technical support for procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Assist in preparing proposals, project plans and estimates.
• Mentor and support junior Engineers.
• Coordinate with other disciplines during project execution to solve challenging technical issues.
• Follow internal QA/QC procedures to deliver high quality engineering service to clients.
• Conduct site visits to verify existing installation, define project scope, prepare for detailed design, and provide construction site supports as required.
• Drafting work may be required to complete deliverables.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (specialization in Power Systems).
• Experience in PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP, CDEGS, WinIGS, MathCAD is an asset.
• Field experience in commissioning and testing is an asset.
• Proven knowledge in Civil/Structural and P&C is an asset.
• Equipment engineering experience is an asset.
• Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
• Effective interpersonal skills (written, verbal) are essential to interact with multi‑disciplinary teams, suppliers, sub‑consultants and build client relationships.
• Demonstrated capability to efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 6 years of proven direct detailed design and engineering experience related to high voltage substations for utilities in North America.
• Professional Engineer registration (P.Eng) required.

Benefits and Compensation

Pay Range: Locations outside Lower Mainland – BC & various locations in Ontario: $89,200.00 – $129,300.00 annually.
Locations in Lower Mainland – BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $94,600.00 – $137,100.00 annually.

Pay Transparency: Pay ranges are provided where required. Final compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience and location. Certain roles are bonus eligible. Pay for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated.

Benefits Summary: Full‑time employees (at least 20 hours per week) 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 insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees have access to the group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program and group tax‑free savings account. These benefits may not apply to union positions.

Primary Location: Canada – BC – Burnaby.
Other Locations: Canada – BC – Vancouver.