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Hatch

Substation Lead, Western Canada, Vancouver EOI

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Base salary range: $123,000 - $165,000

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Pay: Base salary range: $123,000 - $165,000
Experience: 10+ years of experience in engineering and design of transmission and distribution substations within the utility or energy industry.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

Original job description

Requisition ID: 102710

Job Category: Energy

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!

The Substation Lead works within a multi-discipline team to develop efficient and reliable design of electrical systems and components for Substation Facilities. The Substation Lead is accountable for leading the development of substation electrical drawings in accordance with scope of work, while ensuring constructability, technical compliance, and efficient project execution. This individual provides leadership, mentorship, and/or guidance to engineers within the department. This position is responsible for all phases of design ranging from 4.16kV to 500kV in electrical transmission, switching, and distribution substations for the electric utility industry, including construction support and oversight.

This posting is part of a proactive talent search as we plan for upcoming growth. We are seeking to connect with qualified candidates now, with the expectation of hiring in the near future once final approval is completed. This is commonly referred to as an Expression of Interest requisition, or EOI. This person can be based in Mississauga (preferred), Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg.

In this role you will:

Accountable for the technical scope, quality, schedule, and delivery of assigned substation projects.
Train, coach, supervise, and mentor junior engineers and designers.
Deliver accurate designs of high voltage electrical substation components that meet industry and client standards and applicable codes.
Design substation systems and components to include general arrangement, equipment, and electrical layout, grounding, bills of material, etc. for station voltages from 4.16kV up to 500kV.
Perform quality reviews of electrical engineering work as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for both peers/sub-contractors on assigned projects and provide technical support.
Coordinate engineering activities with protection & controls, civil, structural, telecommunications, SCADA, transmission line, and construction teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
May act as lead Engineer and Engineer of Record for projects.
Prepare construction drawing packages for procurement and construction and review contractor submittals for compliance with project requirements, design intent, and constructability.
Support and manage business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope definition, estimating, client presentations, and technical interviews.
Assist project team during construction on electrical substation issues.
Prepare and maintain substation material, design and construction specifications and standards.
Maintain positive and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Communicate clearly and professionally, ensuring the timely delivery of accurate information and fostering collaboration across all project phases.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, utilities, contractors, regulators, and key stakeholders.
Promote and champion a strong safety culture by incorporating safety-by-design principles and supporting field safety requirements throughout project execution.
Travel to client sites/field as necessary.

Who You Are:

Bachelor’s Degree or postgraduate in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
License Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada required.
10+ years of experience in engineering and design of transmission and distribution substations within the utility or energy industry.
Experience with ETAP, WinIGS/CDEGS, IEEE 3000 series
Knowledge of CSA, Canadian Electrical Code, IEEE, NERC, utility standards, and applicable provincial and federal regulations.
Experience with EPC, EPCM, OE, or utility capital projects.
Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, Bentley Substation, or other industry-standard design software is an asset.
Management experience preferred

Base salary range: $123,000 - $165,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Why join us?

Work with great people to make a difference
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
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What we offer you?

Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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Responsibilities

The Substation Lead is responsible for the technical design, quality, and delivery of electrical substation projects ranging from 4.16kV to 500kV. They also provide mentorship to junior staff, manage stakeholder relationships, and support business development activities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada. A minimum of 10 years of experience in transmission and distribution substation design within the utility or energy industry is required.

Skills

Electrical engineering
Substation design
High voltage systems
Project management
Mentorship
Technical leadership
ETAP
CDEGS
AutoCAD
Revit
MicroStation
Bentley Substation
IEEE standards
CSA standards
Construction oversight
Business development

Benefits

Performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits
Flexible work environment
Long term career development

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Keywords

Substation
Electrical Engineering
Transmission
Distribution
High Voltage
P.Eng.
ETAP
CDEGS
IEEE
CSA
AutoCAD
Revit
MicroStation
Bentley Substation
EPC
EPCM
Grid Modernization
Grounding
Switching
Construction Support
Subject Matter Expert
Utility Industry
Energy
Safety-by-design
Proposal Preparation
Technical Compliance
Project Execution
SCADA
Telecommunications
Power Systems

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