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Power Your Future with Qualus in our Transmission & Distribution Canada business. We are seeking a Protection & Controls Electrical Engineer-in-Training I (EIT) to join our well-established team of engineers and designers.
This role offers long-term workload stability, exposure to a diverse portfolio of utility projects, and the opportunity to take on increasing technical responsibility across all stages of substation project delivery. You will contribute to protection, control, and metering system designs for substations ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV, supporting projects from early concept through construction and commissioning. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer who is eager to develop technical expertise, learn from experienced professionals, and grow within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Support the design of protection, control, and metering systems for electrical substations (12 kV to 500 kV) under the guidance of senior engineers
Assist in the preparation of key design deliverables, including:
One-line diagrams and protection schematics
AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams
Panel layouts and interconnection diagrams
Protection and control design criteria and philosophies
Prepare and review engineering documents, including specifications, reports, construction packages, and test plans
Contribute to the preparation of engineering documents such as specifications, reports, construction packages, and test plans
Assist in developing outage staging plans and commissioning documentation
Provide support for configuration of protection relays and automation devices
Review vendor drawings and technical submissions to ensure alignment with project specifications and design intent
Participate in design reviews, Safety by Design sessions, and constructability assessments
Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning, including responding to RFIs and participating in site visits and field reviews
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and inspections as required
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil/structural, electrical layout, telecom, etc.) to ensure coordinated designs
Support project delivery by managing assigned tasks within scope, schedule, and budget constraints
Demonstrate a willingness to learn, take initiative, and develop technical problem-solving skills
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes
Travel to client sites as required during project execution
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
Registered, or eligible for registration, as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with EGBC
0–2 years of relevant experience, in power systems, transmission & distribution, or substation design (co-op or internship experience considered an asset)
Basic familiarity with substation protection and control systems is an asset
Exposure to utility standards and industry codes (CSA, IEEE, IEC, Canadian Electrical Code) is an asset
Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with protection and controls tools or relay software is an asset
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Benefits & Compensation
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, retirement match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy…
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