Substation Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Develop comprehensive substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages, which encompass operating single-line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculations/selections, ground grids, cable tray/trench/duct bank, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, and bills of materials.

• Prepare complete substation protection and control design packages, including single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.

• Create renewable energy collector system design packages for medium-voltage systems, switchgear, transformers, AC/DC inverters and power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for wind and solar initiatives.

• Collaborate with both internal and external team members, such as electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, and project managers.

• Assume responsibility for projects to ensure they meet and exceed client expectations.

• Assist in the development of standards, optimizations, and processes.

• Deliver execution plans with effective follow-through.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of a diploma or bachelor's degree in drafting / electrical design.

• Over 5 years of relevant experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery, renewable energy, or power generation.

• Strong CAD proficiency, including experience with layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while adhering to company and industry drafting standards.

• Must possess authorization for full-time work in Canada.

• Capability to work on multi-discipline projects.

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.

• Proficient computer skills; skilled in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced knowledge of MS Office.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to work cross-functionally to comprehend requirements, present alternatives, and offer recommendations.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

• Self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision.

• Experience with 3D Modeling is an advantage.

• Familiarity with PVcase and PVCAD is a plus.

• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector as it relates to utility-scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution systems is beneficial.

• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems is advantageous.

• Understanding of relevant industry codes and standards, including ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, and CSA is a plus.

• Manufacturer experience with power transformers, circuit breakers, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverters, etc., is an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours to support work-life balance.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• 401k matching program.

• Tuition reimbursement for select pre-approved educational pursuits.

• RRSP matching (Canada).

• 401k matching (US).