Substations Engineering Manager

AtkinsRéalis; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto is seeking a Substations Engineering Manager to lead HV/MV substation projects. The role involves team mentorship, project management, and client interaction. Ideal candidates will have 20+ years in substation engineering, an Electrical Engineering degree, and P.Eng. registration. The position offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Employee share plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Health and safety focus

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Substation design and engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer of Ontario (P.Eng.) required.
• 6-8 years’ management experience of engineering and technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct engineering for substation projects.
• Supervise staff assigned to specific projects.
• Facilitate mentoring of Intermediate & Junior Engineers.

Skills

Medium and High Voltage Substation design

Leadership skills

Technical problem-solving ability

Knowledge of Engineering processes

Project Management principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical engineering

Job description

Substations Engineering Manager

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

The 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.

Location – Toronto, ON

Your role within the team:

• 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.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• 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

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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