Power Your Future with Qualus in our T&D; business as a Substation Lead Engineer. This role involves the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects from conception to construction.

The Senior

Engineer, Substations will lead engineering design efforts, coordinate with multiple disciplines, oversee procurement and construction activities, and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety practices. Leading and performing engineering design on 12 kV to 500 kV overhead and underground transmission and substation projects from the conceptual design stage through construction Prepare and review drawing lists, engineering documents, specifications, and inspection and testing plans/procedures 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 Prepare material take-offs for all electrical equipment, as well as ordering materials through the procurement group Coordinate construction and commissioning activities with utility clients and subcontractors Respond to 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 Electrical Engineering Degree from a recognized university along with a Canadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.8-12 years of substation electrical experience in a Transmission & Distribution Utility or EPC organization ~ Experience interfacing with other substation engineering disciplines such as structural and protection & control ~ Strong understanding of regulatory codes and standards, including CSA, NESC, and ANSI/IEEE ~ Proven field experience with outage planning, construction sequencing, and commissioning is an asset ~ Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States is considered an asset Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, RRSP Match, Adaptable 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.

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.

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. #

📌 Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation (Vancouver)
🏢 Qualus
📍 Vancouver