Senior Substation Engineer Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Engineering

NOW HIRING: Senior Substation Engineer - REMOTE OPPORTUNITY

Job Description:

Actalent's large EPC client is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer will serve as a technical lead within the client's Transmission, Distribution & Renewables team, supporting utility, industrial, and renewable energy projects across Canada.

The successful candidate will lead engineering and design activities for transmission and distribution substations up to 500 kV, overseeing projects from conceptual development through detailed design and construction support. This role includes client engagement, technical leadership, mentorship of junior engineering staff, equipment specification reviews, procurement support, and participation in commissioning activities. The position offers the opportunity to work on major utility infrastructure programs involving substation expansions, modernization initiatives, asset replacement programs, and grid reliability improvements.

The leadership responsibilities associated with this role are project-based and focused on directing and coordinating project team members to achieve project objectives. This position does not include functional people management responsibilities such as performance management, career development, training, or oversight of a broader departmental team.

MUST HAVES:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Registered Professional Engineer ( or immediately eligible for registration with EGBC or APEGA or willingness to get this certification

10+ years of Electrical Engineering experience, including a minimum of 5 years performing electrical design work.

Strong knowledge of transmission and distribution substations, power systems, and substation equipment up to 500 kV.

Brownfield substation upgrade experience.

Previous experience leading substation engineering projects, including coordination of engineering deliverables, technical reviews, and client interaction.

Experience reviewing and approving engineering drawings, technical reports, equipment specifications, and vendor documentation.

Strong communication, leadership, mentoring, and client-facing skills.

Equipment replacement projects involving:

Power Transformers

Circuit Breakers

Switchgear

Disconnect Switches

Protection & Control Equipment

Software Requirements:

ETAP

AutoCAD

NICE TO HAVES:

Experience supporting utility asset replacement or modernization programs.

Proposal development, estimating, and project planning experience.

Renewable energy and industrial power system experience.

Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), commissioning, or construction support experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110.00 - $120.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Vancouver,BC.

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