Engineer in Training II – Substation Protection & Control

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Execute and coordinate the design of protection, control, and metering systems for electrical substations (12 kV to 500 kV) with minimal supervision.

• Support and gradually assume responsibility for crucial design deliverables, which include: one-line diagrams and protection schematics, AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams, panel layouts and interconnection diagrams, as well as protection and control design criteria and philosophies.

• Prepare and review various engineering documents, such as specifications, reports, construction packages, and test plans.

• Aid in the development of outage staging plans and commissioning documentation.

• Provide configuration support for protection relays and automation devices.

• Evaluate vendor drawings and technical submissions to ensure compliance with project specifications and design intent.

• Engage in design reviews, Safety by Design sessions, and constructability assessments.

• Offer engineering support throughout construction and commissioning phases, including responding to RFIs and participating in site visits and field assessments.

• Take part in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and inspections as necessary.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil/structural, electrical layout, telecom, etc.) to ensure integrated designs.

• Support project delivery by managing assigned responsibilities within defined scope, schedule, and budget constraints.

• Exhibit initiative in taking on greater responsibilities and contributing to technical problem-solving efforts.

• Maintain precise documentation and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Travel to client locations as required during project execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.

• Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for/working towards P.Eng. designation.

• 3–5 years of pertinent experience in power systems, transmission & distribution, or substation design.

• Familiarity with substation protection and control systems, including relaying schemes and AC/DC designs.

• Knowledge of utility standards and industry codes (CSA, IEEE, IEC, Canadian Electrical Code) is advantageous.

• Proficient in AutoCAD; familiarity with protection and controls tools or relay software is beneficial.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to develop practical engineering solutions.

• Capability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-oriented environment.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with internal teams, clients, and vendors.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• EAP

• Parental Leave

• Paid time off

• Holidays