Substation Engineer
BH-322662
Posted: 19/01/2026
- Competitive
- Canada Alberta Calgary
- Contract
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Data Centre
Description: The Staff Electrical Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Electrical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs. Perform electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Applies strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards Minimum 4–8 years of experience in Protection & Control engineering for power systems
Qualifications:
- Ability to support projects through design development, construction, testing, and commissioning
- Experience supporting P&C design for substations, transmission, distribution, and generation projects
- Understanding of protective relaying principles and common relay protection schemes
- Experience with microprocessor-based protective relays, including SEL, GE, ABB, and Siemens platforms
- Working knowledge of SCADA and substation automation systems
- Proficiency in one-line/three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, panel layout, wiring and logic diagrams, and vendor drawings
- Familiarity with standard bus configurations (ring bus, breaker-and-a-half, double bus)
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and vendors
- Experience supporting project scope, schedule, and change management
- Ability to work under guidance of senior engineers and contribute to QA/QC processes
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NERC, ANSI, IEC, CSA, NEC, NESC)
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance with company and industry standard
Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 3 years of electrical engineering experience
- Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
- Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
- Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Education & Licensure:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution required
- Professional Engineer (P Eng) license required or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Applies strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards Minimum 4–8 years of experience in Protection & Control engineering for power systems
Qualifications:
- Ability to support projects through design development, construction, testing, and commissioning
- Experience supporting P&C design for substations, transmission, distribution, and generation projects
- Understanding of protective relaying principles and common relay protection schemes
- Experience with microprocessor-based protective relays, including SEL, GE, ABB, and Siemens platforms
- Working knowledge of SCADA and substation automation systems
- Proficiency in one-line/three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, panel layout, wiring and logic diagrams, and vendor drawings
- Familiarity with standard bus configurations (ring bus, breaker-and-a-half, double bus)
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and vendors
- Experience supporting project scope, schedule, and change management
- Ability to work under guidance of senior engineers and contribute to QA/QC processes
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NERC, ANSI, IEC, CSA, NEC, NESC)
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance with company and industry standard
Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 3 years of electrical engineering experience
- Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
- Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
- Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Education & Licensure:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution required
- Professional Engineer (P Eng) license required or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.