Substations Engineering Manager

SNC-Lavalin; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 182,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company located in Toronto, Ontario seeks a Substations Engineering Manager. This role involves providing leadership and technical oversight for HV and MV substations, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring project compliance. Candidates should have over 20 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and P.Eng. certification. The position offers competitive compensation, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Medium and High Voltage Substation design and engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer of Ontario (P.Eng.) is required.
• 6-8 years of management experience in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct engineering for substation projects.
• Supervise and guide staff on projects.
• Facilitate mentoring of engineers and designers.

Skills

Medium and High Voltage Substation design and engineering

Leadership skills

Technical problem-solving

Knowledge of Engineering processes

Project Management principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical engineering

Job description

Job Description

Substations Engineering Manager supports the Director of the Eastern Region, part of the Transmission and Distribution Technical Professional Organization (TPO), to meet the strategies and objectives by providing effective team leadership in the engineering of HV and MV substations.

The incumbent would be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of engineers and designers providing technical oversight and ensuring regulatory compliance. As well they would be responsible for client management including assessing new opportunities and participating in business development activities, cross‑functional collaboration and project leadership.

Your role

• Plan, organize, schedule and direct engineering for substation projects to ensure safe and efficient engineered solutions complying with engineering and quality processes, regulatory code requirements, utility Standards and industry best practices.

• Perform day‑to‑day supervision and be responsible for the work of staff assigned to specific projects and provide guidance/direction as necessary.

• Facilitate mentoring of Intermediate & Junior Engineers and Designers. Support the development of Senior and principal Engineers and Subject Matter Experts. Facilitate and create a working environment of having a philosophy and goals of continuous quality improvement.

• Ensure engineering deliverables are prepared, reviewed and delivered within budget & per schedule and team performance meets project expectations.

• Support Project Management by providing consolidated information on engineering design packages, status and forecasted engineering labor hours and resources deployment level for Substation projects.

• Support Key account Managers, Proposal Managers and Program/Project Managers, as applicable, to render technical support and provide estimated engineering labor hours for proposals.

About you

• 20+ years of experience in Medium and High Voltage Substation design and engineering.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering from a recognized University. Master’s degree in Electrical engineering would be an asset.

• Registration as a Professional Engineer of Ontario (P.Eng.) is required.

• Leadership skills with 6-8 years’ experience of management of engineering and other technical staff, while promoting collaboration and a positive environment for the team.

• Technical problem‑solving ability, with critical thinking and decision‑making skills.

• Knowledge of Engineering processes for project execution, as well as regulatory Standards like CSA, IEEE, IEC.

• Sound knowledge of Project Management principles, tendering and contract management, as well as strategic planning and budgeting.

Compensation range

Expected compensation for this role is between $132,600 - $183,600 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, location, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.