[Hiring] Protection and Control Substation Engineer @Primary Engineering and Construction

Role Description

As a Protection and Control Engineer, you will be at the forefront of powering communities, integrating cutting-edge renewable technologies, and driving the transition toward a sustainable energy landscape. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the design and engineering of high-voltage utility and private substations, serving as the primary technical resource for protection, control, automation, and associated systems.
• Prepare and oversee engineering deliverables, including protection and control schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, control logic, protection settings, equipment specifications, calculations, and related design documentation.
• Design and develop protection and control systems for substations, including protective relaying, instrument transformers, station service systems, breaker and switchgear controls, metering, annunciation, and automation systems.
• Perform and oversee engineering studies and calculations related to protection and control, including short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, CT/VT application, relay settings, load calculations, and control circuit design.
• Develop innovative engineering solutions through system modelling, analysis, and problem-solving.
• Manage the technical execution of projects, ensuring quality, budget, schedule, and regulatory compliance requirements are met.
• Mentor and direct engineers, designers, and drafters to achieve project objectives and maintain technical excellence.
• Prepare project estimates, material take-offs, procurement documentation, and technical specifications.
• Build and maintain client relationships, coordinate with stakeholders, and provide technical leadership during vendor and contractor engagements.
• Support site visits, inspections, construction activities, testing, and commissioning to ensure safe and accurate implementation of designs.
• Maintain project documentation and contribute to a collaborative, safety-focused, and high-performing engineering team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada.
• Minimum 6-8 years of relevant experience in electrical utility, power systems, protection and control, or substation engineering.
• Experience in protection and control design for electric substations.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to autonomously manage workload to control multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy, while meeting project deadlines.
• Strong English language skills (verbal and written), with the ability to develop strong business relationships and represent Primary in a professional manner.

Requirements

• Be a self-starter and able to plan ahead and solve engineering problems.
• Good aptitude for business development, establishing new client contacts and developing collaborative relationships.
• Is a team player and supports professional development and knowledge sharing and supporting other team members including junior engineers/EITs, designers, and drafters.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and annual bonuses.
• Company matching RRSP.
• Generous vacation allowances and flex/PTO days.
• Extended health and dental benefits, including a Health Care Spending Account and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture fostering open communication and mutual respect.
• Mentorship, training programs, and opportunities to expand your skills across disciplines and projects.
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid work options (where applicable).
• Commitment to safety in field work, offices, and culture.