Position OverviewPower your future with Qualus in our Transmission & Distribution Canada business. We are seeking a Principal Protection & Control Engineer to join our well-established Protection & Control team of engineers and designers in Canada. This role offers long-term workload stability, exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, and the opportunity to provide technical leadership across utility and renewable energy clients.You will work on projects ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV, supporting designs from early concept through construction and commissioning. This opportunity is ideal for a principal engineer who enjoys technical ownership, mentoring others, and solving complex system-level challenges.ResponsibilitiesAct as the Qualus' Automation Protection & Control Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing technical governance across multiple projects and programsSet and uphold automation, standards, and best practices for high‐voltage substationsServe as Principal Engineer or Technical Authority on complex, high‐risk, or non‐standard projects, providing final technical approval and directionProvide review and approval of:Protection planning, philosophy, and application documentsOne-lines, schematics, logic diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring diagramsRTU, PLC, HMI, embedded controller, and communications system configurationsChair or participate in senior-level design reviews, hazard and risk assessments, and near miss investigationsAdvise project teams on construction sequencing, outage planning, and commissioning strategyProvide technical oversight for project scopes,



feasibility studies, cost estimates, and definition-phase deliverables, including review of assumptions and risksSupport Business Development by contributing technical strategy, execution approaches, and risk assessments for proposals and pursuitsAct as a primary technical escalation point for clients, internal teams, and external partnersMentor senior and junior engineers, and play a key role in the continuous improvement of Automation standards, tools, and engineering practicesQualifications20+ years of utility-focused protection, control, and metering engineering experience, with demonstrated system-level responsibilityBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized universityRegistration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada, or eligibility to obtain (U.S. PE considered an asset)Recognized expertise in substation protection philosophy, including transmission line, transformer, bus, and feeder protectionExtensive experience with EMS, DMS, SCADA Masters, RTUs, PLCs, HMIs, telemetry, and communications protocolsStrong knowledge of DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850,



and related utility protocolsExperience performing protection coordination studies and relay settings for high‐voltage transmission systemsProven success in system architecture, field commissioning, troubleshooting, and stakeholder engagement.Practical experience with substation construction, commissioning, outage planning, and operational interfacesProven ability to provide technical judgment on non‐standard, complex, or first‐of‐kind applicationsStrong understanding of NERC compliance and its impact on design activitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience on EPC projects, and familiarity with utility maintenance and operational practices, are considered strong assetsDemonstrated capability to mentorBenefits & CompensationQualus advantages offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) 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.EEOWe 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Principal Engineer - Substation Automation (Vancouver)
🏢 Qualus
📍 Vancouver