Electrical Substation Engineer

About the role

You will lead the conceptual and detailed design of electrical substation projects for our ICE team, ensuring solutions meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards. You will own the development of design deliverables, including one-line diagrams, protection schemes, and equipment specifications for a variety of voltage classes. You will coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate project requirements into actionable engineering plans and schedules. You will perform load flow, short circuit, and coordination studies to validate system performance and reliability. You will mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, design reviews, and constructive feedback to elevate team capabilities. You will manage project documentation, ensuring designs are accurate, complete, and aligned with client expectations and internal quality standards. You will apply innovative engineering practices to optimize substation layouts, reduce costs, and improve constructability. You will serve as the primary technical contact for design reviews, client meetings, and regulatory interactions related to substation projects.

Key facts

What you'll do

Perform detailed electrical substation design for distribution, sub-transmission, and transmission voltage classes within project scopes.

Develop comprehensive one-line diagrams and switchgear layouts that reflect accurate system configurations and operational requirements.

Conduct load flow and short circuit analysis to verify equipment ratings and system stability under various operating conditions.

Create and maintain protection relay coordination studies to ensure selective, reliable, and safe system operation.

Lead specification development for transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, and protective devices based on project needs.

Utilize Bentley Projectwise platform to manage design data, control document revisions, and facilitate efficient team collaboration.

Leverage Microsoft Office suite to prepare reports, presentations, and technical correspondence that communicate design intent clearly.

Employ Bluebeam Revu PDF Editor to review, mark up, and coordinate electrical drawings and documents with accuracy.

Integrate SAP or Maximo systems to track project inventory, manage equipment data, and support procurement activities.

Support construction documentation, field reviews, and commissioning activities to ensure design intent is implemented correctly.

Coordinate with civil, structural, and instrumentation teams to resolve interface issues and maintain design consistency.

Perform engineering calculations and evaluations to support equipment selection, compliance, and project cost optimization.

Contribute to proposal development by providing technical inputs, scoping details, and solution clarity for prospective clients.

Maintain high standards of documentation quality, organization, and traceability throughout all project lifecycle phases.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.

Possess ten or more years of professional experience in electrical substation design and analysis.

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of distribution, sub-transmission, and transmission voltage level design practices.

Show proficiency with electrical calculations, protection coordination, and power system studies.

Have hands-on experience using Bentley Projectwise for design data management and document control.

Be skilled in Microsoft Office applications for report preparation, data analysis, and communication tasks.

Have familiarity with Bluebeam Revu PDF Editor for reviewing and coordinating electronic drawings.

Understand SAP or Maximo systems related to inventory, procurement, and equipment data management.

Possess a Professional Engineering License or be actively pursuing PE licensure.

Exhibit strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams.

Demonstrate excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and project deliverables.

Show self-motivation and the ability to work effectively with minimal direct supervision.

Commit to maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to company safety policies and procedures.

Nice to have

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with energy sector projects and understand industry best practices.

Candidates with a demonstrated history of mentorship, leadership, and professional growth will be viewed favorably.

Experience supporting sustainability initiatives or participating in Employee Resource Programs is encouraged.

Practical notes

Some travel will be required for this role.

A flexible work schedule (hybrid or remote) is available.