Senior Substation Engineer

Senior Substation Engineer – Phasor Engineering Inc

PHASOR Engineering Inc. is a dynamic Alberta‑based company specializing in engineering, design, and testing/commissioning of high‑voltage electrical facilities. Our focus is to incorporate the latest technological advances, such as IEC 61850, to provide the most cost‑effective and efficient solutions to power system engineering. This focus allows us to be involved in a diverse range of projects from preliminary engineering through to commissioning and startup.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Electrical/Substation Engineer to join our engineering team on a full‑time basis. We offer a dynamic work environment with an extremely experienced technical team, where you will be continuously challenged in all aspects of the engineering and design process.

Responsibilities

• Complete and authenticate outdoor substation design packages for ampacity diagram, layouts, plot plans, bus elevations, ground grid, equipment/structure grounding details, control & power cable layouts, control building electrical design, for voltage levels ranging from 25 kV to 240 kV
• Interface with other engineering disciplines to ensure overall design conformance is accomplished
• Complete calculations and studies to support the design, including grounding, lightning, lighting, AC/DC load studies, station service transformer and battery bank sizing, insulation coordination, and rigid bus study
• Complete MV cable ampacity calculations with CYMCAP
• Develop equipment and apparatus specifications suitable for project application
• Review vendor documentation and drawings to ensure constructability, operability, and compliance with equipment specifications and design
• Develop and maintain bill of materials for substation outdoor installation
• Review engineered outputs to ensure compliance with project defined scopes and client requirements
• Provide site construction and commissioning support when needed
• Collect, interpret, and organize project engineering and vendor data
• Interface with senior personnel to resolve potential technical and project issues
• Provide mentoring guidance and direction to junior members of the team
• Assist in compiling and maintaining internal engineering standards and work practices

Qualifications

• The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute
• Eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGA)
• 6–10 years' experience in electrical substation design
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an extreme attention to detail are essential
• Solid base knowledge of electrical theory and mathematics
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a wide variety of issues simultaneously
• Strong analytical, risk assessment and problem solving skills
• Working knowledge of relevant Canadian, Ontario and Alberta codes and standards (CEC, CSA, AEUC, OESC, etc.) would be advantageous

Phasor Engineering Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On‑site gym
• On‑site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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