Project Engineer - HV Substations

WHAT YOU'LL CONTIBUTE

Black & McDonald's HV Substations team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Project Engineer will lead the planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of high‑voltage electrical substation projects ranging from 69 kV to 500 kV (and higher). Working closely with multidisciplinary teams including electrical designers, civil engineers, contractors, and utility partners, the engineer ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role demands strong technical expertise in substation equipment, rigorous adherence to industry codes, and proven project‑management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project scopes, schedules, cost estimates, and resource plans.
• Create and maintain project execution documents (WBS, Gantt charts, risk registers).
• Coordinate with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies to secure permits and approvals.
• Coordinate between client, IESO, HONI to ensure SIA, CIA, COVER are understood, incorporated in the design and follow through during construction and commissioning

Technical Design & Engineering

Procurement & Vendor Management

Construction Oversight

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

Risk & Quality Management

Stakeholder Communication

WHAT YOU'LL OFFER

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

The expected salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $118,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate's qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald's total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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