Protection & Control Design Engineer
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Design and deliver protection/control systems for utility substations across BC
22 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Contractor
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Hybrid
Role
What you would be doing
design packages
technical guidance
quality control
documentation
independent studies
project reporting
- Maintain project documentation and sealed deliverables in compliance with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) requirements.
- Prepare detailed design packages including single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and material lists.
- Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and review of designs prepared by others.
- Develop safe, effective engineering designs for protection and control systems in electrical utility substations (12kV to 500kV).
- Perform construction quality control, monitoring, and field reviews to ensure design compliance.
- Prepare documentation such as specifications, calculations, design bases, test plans, and hazard logs in accordance with established engineering design practices.
- Conduct independent studies and analyses, exercising sound judgment in selecting and interpreting technical information.
- Support project management in meeting cost, quality, and schedule objectives by preparing reports, estimates, and progress documentation.
- Provide technical assistance during construction and commissioning, including field support and site travel as required.
What you bring
egbc permit
p.eng.
cad
design software
utilities
4+ yrs
- Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel to various sites across the province, including remote locations.
- Must hold, or have access to, a valid EGBC Permit to Practice (sole practitioner or firm-based).
- Familiarity with digital sign and seal technology (e.g., Notarius).
- Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science or Engineering.
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC or eligible for registration in BC.
- Proficiency with industry design/analysis software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with CAD systems and drawing standards.
- Experience within the utilities or power generation sector.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Experience in the design of protection and control systems for substations (12kV–500kV).
- Minimum of four (4) years of relevant engineering experience.
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