Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 5, 2026. Phasor Engineering Inc. scores B on the Alion truth index.
At Phasor, we're focused on the big picture and the small details.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, we provide engineering and design services across transmission & distribution, substations, protection & control, geomatics, civil & structural design, telecommunications, panel fabrication, and the testing and commissioning of medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure.
Be part of a team that delivers projects from conceptual engineering and detailed design through construction support, commissioning, and startup. Built on technical excellence, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and quality, we take on complex challenges together.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer - Substation to join our engineering team.
In this role, you will lead the design and engineering of high-voltage substation projects, supporting everything from concept development through detailed engineering, construction support, commissioning, and startup.
If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers, this role offers meaningful technical work, diverse project exposure, and opportunities for long-term professional growth. #phasorinclusive
What You'll Do
- Complete and authenticate outdoor substation design packages for voltage levels ranging from 25 kV to 240 kV, including layouts, plot plans, bus elevations, grounding, cable layouts, and control building electrical design
- Perform engineering calculations and studies, including grounding, lightning, lighting, AC/DC load studies, station service transformer and battery bank sizing, insulation coordination, rigid bus studies, and MV cable ampacity calculations using CYMCAP
- Develop equipment, apparatus, and material specifications suitable for project applications
- Review vendor documentation and engineering deliverables to ensure constructability, operability, and compliance with project requirements
- Develop and maintain bills of materials for substation installations
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure overall design integration and project success
- Provide technical support during construction and commissioning activities as required
- Collect, interpret, and organize project engineering and vendor information
- Mentor junior engineers while supporting the development of internal engineering standards and best practices
- Resolve technical and project challenges while ensuring designs meet client requirements and applicable codes and standards
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Eligible for registration with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
- 6-8+ years of high-voltage substation engineering experience
- Strong understanding of electrical theory, engineering calculations, and power system design principles
- Experience designing outdoor substations and supporting construction and commissioning activities
- Working knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards, including CEC, CSA, AEUC, and OESC
- Experience with CYMCAP or similar engineering analysis software is considered an asset
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and working within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Expected annual salary: $130,000-$170,000 (actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and current market conditions.)
Benefits
Why Phasor Engineering
At Phasor Engineering, you'll have the opportunity to be part of some of North America's most complex utility, industrial, and infrastructure projects while collaborating with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. We offer a supportive and entrepreneurial environment where innovation, professional growth, and teamwork are valued.
As part of Quanta Services, you'll benefit from the resources and stability of an industry leader while maintaining the agility and culture of a growing engineering consultancy.
Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, take on new challenges, or advance your career, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- RRSP matching
- Paid time off, wellness programs, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Diverse utility and infrastructure project exposure
- Opportunities for technical growth and leadership development
- Collaborative teams built on technical excellence
Phasor Engineering is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We thank everyone for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accessibility: Phasor Engineering is committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process and employment. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process, please let us know and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. #Phasorinclusive
Phasor may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by people.