Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation

Posted 3 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
130K-170K Annually
Senior level
Consulting • Energy • Utilities • Industrial
The Role
Lead design and delivery of outdoor high-voltage substation engineering packages (25kV–240kV), perform studies (grounding, insulation coordination, AC/DC loads), prepare specifications and bills of materials, review vendor documentation, support construction/commissioning, interface across disciplines, and mentor junior engineers while maintaining engineering standards.
Summary Generated by Built In

PHASOR Engineering Inc. is a dynamic Alberta based company specializing in engineering, design, and testing / commissioning of high voltage electrical facilities. Our focus is to incorporate the latest technological advances, such as IEC 61850, to provide the most cost-effective and efficient solutions to power system engineering. This focus allows us to be involved in a diverse range of projects from preliminary engineering through to the commissioning and startup.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Electrical/Substation Engineer to join our engineering team on a full time basis. We offer a dynamic work environment with an extremely experienced technical team, where you will be continuously challenged in all aspects of the engineering and design process.

Responsibilities:

· Complete and authenticate outdoor substation design packages for ampacity diagram, layouts, plot plans, bus elevations, ground grid, equipment/structure grounding details, control & power cable layouts, control building electrical design, for voltage levels ranging from 25kV to 240kV.

· Interface with other engineering disciplines to ensure overall design conformance is accomplished.

· Complete calculations and studies to support the design, including grounding, lightning, lighting, AC/DC Load Studies, station service transformer and battery bank sizing, insulation coordination, and rigid bus study.

· Complete MV cable ampacity calculations with CYMCAP.

· Develop equipment and apparatus specifications suitable for project application.

· Review vendor documentation and drawings to ensure constructability, operability, and compliance with equipment specifications and design.

· Develop and maintain bill of materials for substation outdoor installation.

· Review engineered outputs to ensure compliance with project defined scopes and client requirements.

· Provide site construction and commissioning support when needed.

· Collect, interpret, and organize project engineering and vendor data.

· Interface with senior personnel to resolve potential technical and project issues.

· Provide mentoring guidance and direction to junior members of the team.

· Assist in compiling and maintaining internal engineering standards and work practices.


Requirements

Qualifications:

· The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute.

· Eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGA).

· Minimum 6 to 8 years of high voltage related substation experience

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an extreme attention to detail are essential.

· Solid base knowledge of electrical theory and mathematics.

· Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a wide variety of issues simultaneously.

· Strong analytical, risk assessment and problem solving skills.

· Working knowledge of relevant Canadian, Ontario and Alberta codes and standards (CEC, CSA, AEUC, OESC etc.) would be advantageous.

Phasor Engineering Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

AI is not used to screen or assess candidates.

The role posted is for an active vacancy we have in Phasor but applications may also be used for future positions.

Salary variations depend on factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and current market conditions specific to the role.

Salary range: $130k-$170k (excepted yearly earnings may vary)


Benefits

o Dental care

o Disability insurance

o Employee assistance program

o Extended health care

o Life insurance

o On-site gym

o On-site parking

o Paid time off

o RRSP match

o Vision care

o Wellness program

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGA)
  • Minimum 6 to 8 years of high-voltage substation experience
  • Working knowledge of IEC 61850
  • Ability to perform grounding, insulation coordination, AC/DC load studies, and cable ampacity calculations (CYMCAP)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and extreme attention to detail
  • Solid knowledge of electrical theory and mathematics
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, risk assessment and problem-solving skills
  • Working knowledge of relevant Canadian, Ontario and Alberta codes and standards (CEC, CSA, AEUC, OESC)
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The Company
0 Employees
Year Founded: 2004

What We Do

Phasor Engineering Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive design, engineering, and automation services for the utility, energy, and municipal sectors. They support projects ranging from concept development to commissioning and maintenance, focusing on overhead and underground transmission/distribution systems, substations, and fibre optics. The company is committed to delivering resilient infrastructure solutions through precision engineering and the use of cutting-edge technology.

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