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- Electrical EIT designing 12–500 kV substations for Qualus, a power infrastructure solutions firm. Supporting grounding, bus, layout, construction, and multidisciplinary project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Perform and coordinate electrical substation design for 12 kV to 500 kV projects, including layouts and station service systems
- Lead preparation and review of one-line and phasing diagrams, substation layouts, sections, equipment arrangements, grounding/grid layouts, and conduit and cable routing plans
- Perform and independently check grounding studies, lightning protection analyses, switchyard illumination studies, and rigid and flexible bus studies
- Own assigned design packages and ensure quality, completeness, and alignment with project requirements
- Prepare and review design criteria, technical specifications, reports, and drawing lists
- Review vendor drawings and technical submissions for compliance with project specifications and design intent
- Provide engineering support during construction by responding to RFIs, issuing technical clarifications, and participating in field reviews
- Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and constructability assessments
- Collaborate with civil/structural, protection and control, and telecom teams on integrated designs
- Manage assigned project tasks within scope, schedule, and budget constraints
- Guide and mentor junior EITs and designers
- Maintain project documentation and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement
- Integrate applicable safety standards, codes, and best practices into designs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
- Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for / working toward P.Eng. designation with EGBC
- 2–5 years of relevant experience in transmission & distribution or substation design
- Demonstrated experience in substation design, including layouts, grounding, and bus design; BC Hydro or utility project experience is an asset
- Familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards, including Canadian Electrical Code, IEEE, IEC, CSA, and OH&S
- Working knowledge of engineering tools such as AutoCAD, CYMCAP, CDEGS, WINIGS, ETAP, or similar
- Experience applying engineering tools in project settings
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical, technically sound solutions
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interface effectively with internal teams, clients, and vendors
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable
- Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
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