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Substation Engineer - Electrical/PhysicalStantec • Burnaby, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Substation Engineer - Electrical / Physical

Substation Engineer - Electrical / Physical

Stantec • Burnaby, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Substation Engineer – Electrical / Physical

Stantec's Power team in western Canada is offering exciting opportunities for Electrical Engineers to work on a variety of HV / EHV AC and DC substation projects throughout North America. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop efficient and reliable substations for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform engineering studies such as power flow, short circuit, grounding, lightning protection, insulation coordination, TRV, cable ampacity, rigid and flexible bus, lighting, etc.
  • Conduct detailed design of substations, including switchyard layouts, sections, grounding plan / details, cable routing, AC / DC distribution, major equipment specifications, single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, marking, design calculations, etc.
  • Prepare technical specifications for major equipment, construction, and testing & commissioning.
  • Provide technical support for procurement, construction and commissioning.
  • Assist in preparing proposals, project plans and estimates.
  • Mentor and support junior Engineers.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines during project execution to solve challenging technical issues.
  • Follow internal QA / QC procedures to deliver high quality engineering service to clients.
  • Conduct site visits to verify existing installation, define project scope, prepare for detailed design, and provide construction site supports as required.
  • Drafting work may be required in order to complete deliverables.

Qualifications and Credentials

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (specialization in Power Systems).
  • Experience in PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP, CDEGS, WinIGS, MathCAD is an asset.
  • Field experience in commissioning and testing is an asset.
  • Proven knowledge in Civil / Structural and P&C is an asset.
  • Equipment engineering experience is an asset.
  • Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
  • Effective interpersonal skills (written, verbal) essential to interact with multi-disciplinary teams, suppliers, sub-consultants and build client relationships.
  • Demonstrated capability to efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Education and Experience

  • Minimum 6 years of proven direct detailed design and engineering experience related to high voltage substations for utilities in North America.
  • Professional Engineer registration (P.Eng) required.
  • Pay Range

  • Locations Outside of Lower Mainland – BC – Min Salary $89,200.00 – Max Salary $129,300.00
  • Locations in Lower Mainland – BC – Min Salary $94,600.00 – Max Salary $137,100.00
  • Benefits

    Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term / long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Pay Transparency – pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required.

    Location and Work Arrangements

    Primary location : Canada – Alberta – Edmonton. Hybrid model of working in the office and at home. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

    Other Details

    Employment type : Full‑time. Schedule : Full‑time. Travel : Yes. Job posting date : 08 / 10 / 2025. Req ID : 1002597.

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