Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

BBA Consultants; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance plan

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Onsite mobility premium

Job summary

BBA Consultants is seeking a Protection and Controls (P&C) Design Engineer to contribute to HV/MV transmission, distribution systems, and power plants across Canada. You will support site mandates, assist with commissioning, and review designs for quality and compliance.

The role involves developing protection schemes, relay configurations, HMIs, and network architectures, with collaboration across project teams. Strong English skills and P&C experience are essential.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador or eligibility to register.
• Experience with Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro P&C projects.
• Experience in preparing protection system basis of design documents.
• Experience in network architecture design.
• Knowledge of CADD software.
• Experience in preparing logic diagrams, protection philosophies, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams and other P&C deliverables.
• Experience in selecting, setting and troubleshooting protective relays (SEL, GE, Siemens).
• Knowledge of relay testing equipment and P&C commissioning.
• Knowledge of MODBUS, DNP3, IEC61850.

Responsibilities

• Prepare protection and controls deliverables such as electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, protection logic, and control schemes.
• Prepare protection relay setting and configuration files (GE URrelays, SEL, ABB, Siemens IED devices, etc.).
• Develop HMIs, network architectures, and RTU configurations.
• Support in the preparation of technical specifications, reports, and other documentation related to protection and control systems.
• Assist with commissioning and testing of protection and control systems.
• Review, propose optimization and seal protection and control designs.

Skills

CADD software

Protection relays

Networking protocols

English communication

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered with PEO or eligible

Tools

GE URrelays

SEL relays

Siemens IED

Power system analysis tools

Job description

Type of position: Régulier

Join BBA and put your experience to work by actively contributing to various project phases as a Protection and Controls (P&C) Design Engineer. You will be involved in the design of protection and controls systems for high‑voltage/medium-voltage (HV/MV) transmission systems, distribution systems and power plants across Canada. You will also be responsible for supporting site mandates to ensure work quality and system compliance before energization. You will play a key role in project management, client coordination, and delivering high‑quality projects with the BBA team.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Prepare protection and controls deliverables such as electrical schematics,wiring diagrams, protection logic, and control schemes
• Preparation of protection relay setting and configuration files (GE URrelays, SEL, ABB, Siemens IED devices, etc.)
• Preparation of engineering studies and reports (protection coordinationstudies, short circuit analysis, power flow calculation, arc flash analysis,battery and charger calculation, transformer sizing etc.)
• Develop HMIs, network architectures, and RTU configurations
• Support in the preparation of the technical specifications, reports, andother documentation related to protection and control systems
• Assist with commissioning and testing of protection and control systems
• Review, propose optimization and seal (P. Eng.) protection and controldesigns
• Develop or review outage, cut-over, and testing procedures
• Interface with customer technical representatives
• Work on development of proposals including writing and/or reviewing technicalspecifications, and estimating project cost

Do your qualities and goals match the BBA culture?

• A desire to learn and push yourself further
• A willingness to collaborate in a positive environment
• A human‑centered approach that puts people first
• A drive to be at the heart of the action
• Strong rigor and ethical sense
• Ability to communicate and share knowledge effectively

The Experience You Bring

• University degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland andLabrador or eligibility to register
• Experience with Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro P&C projects
• Experience in preparing protection system basis of design documents
• Experience in network architecture design
• Knowledge of CADD software
• Experience in preparing logic diagrams, protection philosophies, wiringdiagrams, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams and other P&Cdeliverables
• Experience in selecting, setting and troubleshooting protective relays (SEL,GE, Siemens)
• Experience with preparation of engineering studies and reports (protectioncoordination studies, short circuit analysis, power flow calculation, arcflash analysis, battery and charger calculation, transformer sizing etc.)
• A working knowledge of communication protocols (MODBUS, DNP3, IEC61850)
• Knowledge of relay testing equipment and experience in P&C commissioning
• Experience preparing project estimates
• Availability for short‑and long‑term assignments at client sites
• English spoken and written, with the ability to draft technical documents
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Asset: Working knowledge of utility cyber security standards
• Asset: Bilingualism (French)
• Asset: Experience with configuration and programming of PLCs and DCS

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium (to be removed for environment-related positions)
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursementsGroup insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disabilityinsurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, includinglocation, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience,technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

With Us, You Will Benefit From Many Advantages

• Long‑term employment opportunities (not project‑based only)
• Access to multiple experts and coaching
• Collaborative team that shares ideas and knowledge
• Dynamic social club offering activities for all interests
• Opportunity to work on site—an excellent career accelerator!
• Tailored training and development plans

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence haveearned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best ManagedCompanies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feelsempowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertiseto deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy toexecution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combinelocal presence with international reach, offering clients close collaborationand field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talentteam.