Staff Substation Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Toronto)
About the role
Description Our Toronto Office is seeking a bright Staff Electrical Engineer to support project teams and create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of substation projects. 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 physical substation production drawings for projects encompassing the design of yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lighting protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associate bills of materials.
- Protection and Control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring 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.
- All other duties as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
- Successful completion of the NPPE exam preferred.
- Master Degree in Electrical Engineering can substitute for 1 year of professional related experience.
- 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.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Electrical Engineering
Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 252894
Job Hire Type Experienced #T&D
About Burns & McDonnell
At Burns & McDonnell, our engineers, construction professionals, architects, planners, technologists and scientists do more than plan, design and construct. With a mission unchanged since 1898 — make our clients successful — we partner with you on the toughest challenges, constantly working to make the world an amazing place.
Each professional brings an ownership mentality to projects at our 100% employee-owned firm, which has safety performance among the top 5% of AEC firms. As dedicated owners, we work through challenges until they’re resolved, meeting or exceeding our clients’ goals. We apply this commitment to our communities, too. We live and work in the same cities you call home, so we share a passion to keep them strong and healthy. From fundraising events and community cleanups to educational outreach and mentorship — especially when it comes to sharing our passion for STEM — our professionals work to make our communities thrive.
Staff Substation Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Toronto)
About the role
Description Our Toronto Office is seeking a bright Staff Electrical Engineer to support project teams and create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of substation projects. 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 physical substation production drawings for projects encompassing the design of yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lighting protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associate bills of materials.
- Protection and Control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines AC schematics, DC elementaries, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring 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.
- All other duties as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
- Successful completion of the NPPE exam preferred.
- Master Degree in Electrical Engineering can substitute for 1 year of professional related experience.
- 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.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Electrical Engineering
Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 252894
Job Hire Type Experienced #T&D
About Burns & McDonnell
At Burns & McDonnell, our engineers, construction professionals, architects, planners, technologists and scientists do more than plan, design and construct. With a mission unchanged since 1898 — make our clients successful — we partner with you on the toughest challenges, constantly working to make the world an amazing place.
Each professional brings an ownership mentality to projects at our 100% employee-owned firm, which has safety performance among the top 5% of AEC firms. As dedicated owners, we work through challenges until they’re resolved, meeting or exceeding our clients’ goals. We apply this commitment to our communities, too. We live and work in the same cities you call home, so we share a passion to keep them strong and healthy. From fundraising events and community cleanups to educational outreach and mentorship — especially when it comes to sharing our passion for STEM — our professionals work to make our communities thrive.