Project Engineer - Substation

Position Overview Power Your Future with Qualus in our T&D business as a Project Engineer - Substation. This position can be in Calgary, AB or based out of our Vancouver BC office on a hybrid schedule. This role involves the technical coordination of high voltage substation projects from conception to construction. If you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you. Responsibilities Leading and performing engineering coordination on 12 kV to 500 kV overhead and underground transmission and substation projects from the conceptual design stage through construction Coordinate with the electrical, civil, structural, telecom and protection & control engineer and designer teams to ensure the design and other project deliverables are progressing according to the time schedule Support project managers and discipline leaders Prepare construction specifications Writing and planning project scope, proposals, estimates, change notices, budgets, and similar documents Managing engineering costs and maintaining schedules by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems Review design documentation with the Owner’s Engineer to ensure the design satisfies the project’s requirements Review of vendor documents against specifications Coordinate with procurement team for ordering material and major electrical equipment Coordinate construction and commissioning activities with utility clients and subcontractors Coordinate with the discipline leads to respond information requests from construction sites and complete project documentation, including as-builts, calculations, and returning data to clients Travel to site and liaising with internal groups, external contractors, and clients Enhance and maintain relationships with internal groups as well as external contractors and clients Lead projects from conception through construction and commissioning, including mentoring junior engineers and designers Fulfilling the duties of Professional Record for work within the field of practice when required Ensuring the latest safe practices and methods are integrated into the design Working within assigned budgets and schedules Minimum Qualifications Electrical Engineering Degree from a recognized university along with a Canadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.) or the ability to register as a Professional Engineer with EGBC North American power utility design experience is considered an asset Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States is considered an asset 8-15 years of substation electrical experience in a Transmission & Distribution Utility or EPC organization designing substations Experience interfacing design with other substation engineering disciplines such as structural and protection & control Proven field experience with outage planning, construction sequencing, and commissioning is considered an asset Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong understanding of regulatory codes and standards, including CSA, NESC, and ANSI / IEEE #LI-MM1 Benefits & Compensation Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, RRSP 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 storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US. We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

Lead and coordinate high voltage substation projects from conceptual design through construction and commissioning. Manage project deliverables, budgets, and schedules while coordinating between multidisciplinary engineering teams and utility clients.

Requires an Electrical Engineering degree and a P.Eng designation with 8-15 years of substation experience in T&D or EPC organizations. Must have strong knowledge of regulatory codes such as CSA, NESC, and ANSI/IEEE.

• Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • RRSP Match • Flexible Spending Accounts • EAP • Parental Leave • Paid Time Off • Holidays

• Project managementPreferred

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• Substation Design
• High Voltage Engineering
• Project Coordination
• Construction Specifications
• Budget Management
• Vendor Document Review
• Outage Planning
• Commissioning
• Regulatory Compliance
• Technical Mentoring
• Procurement Coordination
• Electrical Engineering

• Engineering
• Energy
• Construction
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Mar 25, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week