Associate Electrical Engineer (Substation)

TL;DR

Associate Electrical Engineer (Substation): Supporting detailed design and EPC for high-voltage substation projects with an accent on protection, control, and physical design deliverables. Focus on developing technical expertise in equipment specifications, relay schematics, and grounding systems while collaborating with clients and vendors.

Location: Markham, ON or Calgary, AB, Canada. Hybrid work options available after 90 days.

Salary: CAD 91,076–151,794

Company

A global engineering and construction firm providing critical infrastructure solutions for over a century.

What you will do

• Develop protection and control design deliverables including schematics, relay panels, and wiring diagrams.
• Create physical design layouts for substations, including grounding, lightning protection, and auxiliary power systems.
• Prepare equipment specifications and Bills of Materials for procurement and construction.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and subcontractors for design reviews and field verification.
• Perform QA/QC responsibilities and adhere to project budgets and schedules.
• Mentor entry-level professionals and interns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year of related work experience.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to complete pre-employment background checks and drug screening.

Nice to have

• High voltage (HV) substation design experience (Physical or Protection & Controls).
• Engineering-in-Training (EIT) Certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with 401K match and comprehensive benefits starting day one.
• Flexible work-life balance options.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Inclusive environment focused on health, safety, and employee well-being.
• Performance-based bonus program eligibility.