Senior Electrical Engineer leading high - voltage design and delivery for GHD’s Canadian engineering, energy, and infrastructure projects. Coordinating multidisciplinary teams, construction support, commissioning, and client delivery.
About the role
- Senior SCADA Engineer designing and approving automation systems for Rising Edge Group’s high-voltage utility and renewable-energy projects. Supporting commissioning, cybersecurity, and field integration.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance, training, and mentorship to the design team through project execution, QA/QC reviews, and technical development
- Design, check, and approve automation and SCADA designs and configurations for electrical facilities
- Act as lead technical Subject Matter Expert for utility infrastructure, wind farms, solar farms, and Battery Energy Storage Systems
- Prepare, check, or approve engineering and design packages, including schematics, wiring diagrams, network architecture drawings, load studies, configurations, bills of materials, and supporting documentation
- Review and advise on equipment, client, and regulatory specifications and requirements
- Configure, program, and integrate SCADA systems, RTUs, PLCs, communication networks, and associated control equipment
- Design and implement communication networks using IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5, DNP3, and Modbus
- Incorporate cybersecurity best practices and IEC 62351 and NERC CIP standards
- Configure, integrate, and troubleshoot equipment from GE, Siemens, ABB, Eaton, SEL, Allen-Bradley, Survalent, Honeywell, AES, Palo Alto, and Fortinet
- Support projects through engineering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and field implementation
- Provide field engineering support during installation and commissioning
- Balance office-based engineering and design with on-site field support
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, contractors, and vendors
- Ensure designs and deliverables comply with CSA, ANSI, IEC, IEEE, client, and regulatory standards
- Use MicroStation, AutoCAD, SEL acSELerator, and Microsoft Office for project documentation
- Review and revise existing designs, drawings, and control system configurations
- Participate in design reviews, technical evaluations, FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities
Requirements
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required; or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Must hold an active Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or (PL.Eng.) designation with immediate authority and willingness to stamp SCADA design packages and configurations
- 2–8+ years of experience in the Utilities industry is preferred but not required
- Previous engineering or design experience in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power Generation, Industrial, and Renewables sectors is a strong asset
- Experience in construction and field installations is an asset
- Proficient in medium/high voltage power engineering in electrical facilities
- Proficient ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Eligible for registration with APEGA
- Ability to work within strict deadlines
- Ability to navigate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment
- Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
- Generous paid time off
- RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and disability
- Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Meaningful engagement initiatives and team events
- Culture prioritizing wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections
- Hands-on experience and exposure to diverse projects
- Continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development
- Opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths
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