**Position Overview**
**Power Your Future with Qualus**
in our Transmission & Distribution Canada business.

We are seeking a Protection & Controls Electrical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) II to join our well-established team of engineers and designers.

This role offers long-term workload stability, exposure to a diverse portfolio of utility projects, and the opportunity to take on increasing technical responsibility across all stages of substation project delivery.

You will contribute to protection, control, and metering system designs for substations ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV, supporting projects from early concept through construction and commissioning.

This position is ideal for an engineer with several years of experience who is ready to grow technically, take ownership of design deliverables, and contribute to project execution within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
**Responsibilities**
Perform and coordinate the design of protection, control, and metering systems for electrical substations (12 kV to 500 kV) with limited supervision
Support and gradually take ownership of key design deliverables, including: One-line diagrams and protection schematics
AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams
Panel layouts and interconnection diagrams
Protection and control design criteria and philosophies
Prepare and review engineering documents, including specifications, reports, construction packages, and test plans
Assist in developing outage staging plans and commissioning documentation
Perform configuration support for protection relays and automation devices
Review vendor drawings and technical submissions to ensure alignment with project specifications and design intent
Participate in design reviews, Safety by Design sessions, and constructability assessments
Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning, including responding to RFIs and participating in site visits and field reviews
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and inspections as required
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil/structural, electrical layout, telecom, etc.) to ensure coordinated designs
Support project delivery by managing assigned tasks within scope, schedule,



and budget constraints
Demonstrate initiative in taking on increasing responsibility and contributing to technical problem-solving
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes
Travel to client sites as required during project execution
**Minimum Qualifications**
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
Registered as an

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible for / working toward P.

Eng. designation
2–5 years of relevant experience in power systems, transmission & distribution, or substation design
Familiarity with substation protection and control systems, including relaying schemes and AC/DC designs
Working knowledge of AutoCAD
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical engineering solutions
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, clients, and vendors
Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering environment
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**Benefits & Compensation**
Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays.

Perks offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements.





The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices.

The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs.

Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.
**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.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
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.

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**Job Locations**
_CA-BC-Vancouver_
**ID**
_2026-5583_
**Category**
_Engineering & Advisory_
**Position Type**
_Regular Full Time_
**Remote:**
_No_
**Salary Range**
_$80,000.00/Yr - $95,000/Yr (CAD)_

📌 Substation Protection & Control - Engineer-in-Training II (Vancouver)
🏢 Qualus
📍 Vancouver