Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

Location: St. John's

Overview  Join BBA and put your experience to work by actively contributing to various project phases as a Protection and Controls (P&C) Design Engineer. You will be involved in the design of protection and controls systems for high‑voltage/medium‑voltage (HV/MV) transmission systems, distribution systems and power plants across Canada. You will also be responsible for supporting site mandates to ensure work quality and system compliance before energization.

You will play a key role in project management, client coordination, and delivering high‑quality projects with the BBA team.
Responsibilities   Prepare protection and controls deliverables such as electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, protection logic, and control schemes
Preparation of protection relay setting and configuration files (GE UR relays, SEL, ABB, Siemens IED devices, etc.)
Preparation of engineering studies and reports (protection coordination studies, short circuit analysis, power flow calculation, arc flash analysis, battery and charger calculation, transformer sizing etc.)
Develop HMIs, network architectures, and RTU configurations
Support in the preparation of the technical specifications, reports, and other documentation related to protection and control systems
Assist with commissioning and testing of protection and control systems
Review, propose optimization and seal (P. Eng.) protection and control designs
Develop or review outage, cut-over, and testing procedures
Interface with customer technical representatives
Work on development of proposals including writing and/or reviewing technical specifications, and estimating project cost
Qualities and Goals   A desire to learn and push yourself further
A willingness to collaborate in a positive environment
A human‑centered approach that puts people first
A drive to be at the heart of the action
Strong rigor and ethical sense
Ability to communicate and share knowledge effectively
The Experience You Bring   University degree in Electrical Engineering
Registered with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador or eligibility to register

Experience with Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro P&C projects
Experience in preparing protection system basis of design documents
Experience in network architecture design
Knowledge of CADD software
Experience in preparing logic diagrams, protection philosophies, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams and other P&C deliverables
Experience in selecting, setting and troubleshooting protective relays (SEL, GE, Siemens)

Experience with preparation of engineering studies and reports (protection coordination studies, short circuit analysis, power flow calculation, arc flash analysis, battery and charger calculation, transformer sizing etc.)
A working knowledge of communication protocols (MODBUS, DNP3, IEC
61850)
Knowledge of relay testing equipment and experience in P&C commissioning
Experience preparing project estimates
Availability for short‑ and long‑term assignments at client sites
English spoken and written, with the ability to draft technical documents
Excellent computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office
Asset:
Working knowledge of utility cyber security standards
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Bilingualism (French)
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Experience with configuration and programming of PLCs and DCS
An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards   Annual base salary
Annual premium program for regular employees
Onsite mobility premium (to be removed for environment-related positions)
Time bank
Cellphone fee reimbursements
Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
Retirement savings plan
Annual vacation and sick leave
Premium for employee referrals
BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.
With Us, You Will Benefit From Many Advantages   Long‑term employment opportunities (not project‑based only)
Access to multiple experts and coaching
Collaborative team that shares ideas and knowledge
Dynamic social club offering…