We are seeking an accomplished Principal Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversee complex electrical power engineering projects, with a specialization in medium- and high-voltage (MV/HV) substation design.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who brings extensive expertise in power systems, substation engineering, project execution and team development.

Working closely with senior leadership, project management and engineering teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering technically complex projects, maintaining engineering standards, strengthening client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Leadership

- Lead the engineering and technical execution of complex electrical power systems projects, ensuring delivery within established timelines, budgets and quality standards.
- Oversee the conceptual design and development of MV/HV substations, including single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and equipment layouts.
- Provide technical oversight of protection and control systems, including relay protection settings, trip logic diagrams and relay configuration.
- Lead and review power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, stability, harmonic analysis, protection coordination and arc flash assessments.
- Oversee grounding system analysis and design, including the use of specialized engineering software.
- Direct the design and integration of substation communication systems.
- Develop and review technical specifications for major electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards and client requirements.

Project & Operations Management

- Oversee multiple engineering projects, ensuring effective resource allocation, project coordination and successful delivery.
- Review RFPs, assess project opportunities and risks, and contribute to bid/no-bid decisions.
- Lead the preparation and review of technical proposals, project schedules, budgets and engineering estimates.
- Monitor project performance,



identify potential challenges and implement solutions to maintain project objectives.
- Ensure compliance with internal quality management processes and ISO 9001 standards.

People Leadership & Development

- Provide leadership, mentorship and technical direction to Project Managers, Project Engineers, designers and technical support personnel.
- Establish and maintain engineering standards, processes and best practices.
- Support employee development, performance management and succession planning.
- Foster a collaborative environment focused on accountability, technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Client Relations & Business Growth

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and industry stakeholders.
- Participate in client meetings, technical discussions and project presentations.
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support business development initiatives.
- Contribute technical expertise to proposals, client presentations and new business opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. A Master's degree is considered an asset.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with an active licence in Ontario and eligibility for membership with PEO.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in electrical power systems engineering, particularly MV/HV substation design.
- Extensive knowledge of electrical power distribution, transmission systems, protection and control engineering.
- Experience with electrical utility standards, codes and connection requirements, including Hydro One, IESO and NPCC.
- Proficiency with industry engineering tools such as ETAP, PSCAD and SafeGrid.
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and overseeing complex technical projects.




- Strong understanding of quality management systems, ISO 9001 and engineering best practices.
- Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving and client relationship management skills.
- Previous exposure to business development, proposal development or commercial project management is considered an asset.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a technically accomplished engineering leader who can balance hands-on engineering expertise with strategic oversight and people management.

You bring the confidence to make critical technical decisions, the ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams, and the commercial awareness to contribute to project and business growth.

You are equally comfortable reviewing complex engineering designs, engaging with clients and guiding multidisciplinary teams toward successful project delivery.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume for confidential consideration.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the selection process.

Pay: $160,000.00-$170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Extended health care
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- How many years of direct experience do you have designing medium- and high-voltage (MV/HV) substations?
- Do you have hands-on experience with substation protection and control systems, including relay protection, AC/DC schematics and protection coordination?
- Have you led engineering teams or supervised Project Engineers, Electrical Designers or other technical personnel?
- Do you have experience managing electrical engineering projects from proposal and design through execution and commissioning?

Experience:

- Electrical engineering: 10 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- professional engineer license (p. Eng) (required)

Location:

- Hamilton, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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