Title: Lead Substation Physical Engineer
This position is fully remote and can only be performed from your home office within [Ontario or Saskatchewan] province(s).
Ready to make a difference?
ICF is seeking an experienced Substation Physical Engineer to lead the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects (typically 69kV to 500kV) with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients.
We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are seeking passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a highly motivated engineer who takes pride in the services you provide. You ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work out of your home without direct supervision.
This role requires a deep understanding of physical layout, bus design, equipment selection, grounding, and constructability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with utility clients, be self-motivated, and capable of mentoring junior staff.
**This position offers a clear growth path to becoming a Supervising Engineer, with increasing responsibility for project oversight, client engagement, and team leadership.**
What you will be doing:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited, leading and overseeing the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings and including:
Substation One Line and Three Line
Station General Arrangements & Sections
Electrical Details
Grounding Plan & Details
Conduit Plan & Details
Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding
Low-Voltage AC Panels
Grounding Plan & Details
Lightning Protection
Illumination Plan & Details
Leading the design and preparation of engineering studies such as:
AC Load
Illumination
Grounding
Lightning Shielding
Develop Bill of Materials based on design criteria
Coordinate with protection & controls, civil/structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts
Participate in site visits and constructability reviews
Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables
Apply client standards related to the work
Perform/ensure company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards
Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers
Demonstrate leadership potential to support transition into a Supervising Engineer
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (focus in power systems preferred)
8+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities
What we would like you to have (professional skills):
12+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool
Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff
Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement
Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor
Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS
Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
To learn more about this team and how our grid engineering solutions help electric utilities balance cutting-edge technology with cost-efficiency and reliability>
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