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EllisDon

Protection & Control Senior Engineer

Calgary, AB, T2H 2L7, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Experience: 5+ years of experience and knowledge of protection and control systems within substations and transmission systems.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 6, 2026

Original job description

HARDLINE ENGINEERING:
Hardline Engineering (part of the EllisDon group of companies) is a design and engineering firm specializing in low, medium and high voltage utility and industrial engineering services.
We are a diverse and equal opportunity employer with an open, honest and transparent workplace where we share information, ideas, concerns and challenges openly with each other and strive to be a great team together.

Innovation, optimization and automation are fundamental to our culture and our clients. Hardline was founded by two former utility engineers with a passion for delivering the highest quality products and services for our clients. We currently employ and deliver services to multiple clients across Canada.

ROLE OBJECTIVE:
Hardline Engineering is currently looking for a Protection & Control Senior Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director, Engineering the P&C Senior Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced protection and control systems for substation and transmission systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and Engineering:

Develop protection and control system designs for substations and transmission systems, including relay settings, control logic, and interface wiring.
Create and review detailed engineering deliverables such as single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring schematics, panel layouts, and communication network architecture.
Design SCADA communication related drawings
Conduct advanced system studies, including fault current analysis, protection coordination, load flow, transient stability, and arc flash analysis, using industry-standard tools.
Specify, configure, and program protection and control equipment, including protective relays, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), and communication systems.
Develop system integration plans to ensure seamless operation of SCADA, RTU, and communication networks with protection systems.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize designs for constructability, cost-efficiency, and operational reliability.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of designs, including calculations, assumptions, and methodologies, ensuring traceability and adherence to quality standards.
Provide technical input during design reviews, hazard and operability studies (HAZOPs), and risk assessments to enhance system safety and reliability.

Project Management:

Lead the execution of protection and control projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality requirements.
Prepare and review project documentation, including technical specifications, test procedures, and as-built drawings.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Testing and Commissioning:

Oversee the testing and commissioning of protection and control systems, ensuring compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
Develop and implement commissioning plans and procedures.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during construction and commissioning phases.

Compliance and Standards:

Ensure all designs and implementations comply with applicable industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, CSA, and utility-specific requirements.
Integrate cybersecurity measures into automation and SCADA designs to meet NERC-CIP and other relevant standards.

Leadership and Mentorship:

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams.
Promote a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the organization.
Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Electrical Engineering from a program accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board.
Registered with APEGA as a Professional Engineer or equivalent Canadian professional agency required.
5+ years of experience and knowledge of protection and control systems within substations and transmission systems.
Ability to manage and deliver Engineering deliverables as per project schedule and within budget
Ability to work closely with Drafters, Engineers and Leads to meet with project timelines for engineering deliverables
Ability to manage multiple assignments with tight timelines.
Self-motivated, positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with internal and external customers, stakeholders and co-workers.
Excellent organizational skills that demonstrates the ability to resolve conflicting priorities.
Positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven.

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Responsibilities

The Protection & Control Senior Engineer will design, implement, and maintain advanced protection and control systems for substation and transmission infrastructure. They are also responsible for leading project execution, overseeing commissioning activities, and providing technical mentorship to junior staff.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and be registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA. A minimum of 5 years of experience in protection and control systems within substations and transmission environments is required.

Skills

Protection and control systems
Substation design
Transmission systems
Relay settings
SCADA
Fault current analysis
Protection coordination
Load flow analysis
Transient stability
Arc flash analysis
PLC programming
Communication network architecture
Project management
Commissioning
Cybersecurity
Technical mentorship

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Keywords

Protection and control
Substation
Transmission
Relay settings
SCADA
RTU
PLC
IED
IEEE
IEC
CSA
NERC-CIP
Fault current analysis
Protection coordination
Load flow
Transient stability
Arc flash analysis
Engineering design
Project management
Commissioning
Cybersecurity
APEGA
Electrical engineering
Single-line diagrams
Communication networks
HAZOP
Risk assessment
Utility engineering
Industrial engineering
Technical documentation

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