Engineer in Training - Protection & Control

Position Overview

Power Your Future with Qualus in our Transmission & Distribution Canada business. We are seeking a Protection & Controls Electrical Engineer-in-Training I (EIT) 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 a recent graduate or early-career engineer who is eager to develop technical expertise, learn from experienced professionals, and grow within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of protection, control, and metering systems for electrical substations (12 kV to 500 kV) under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist in the preparation 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
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering documents such as specifications, reports, construction packages, and test plans
• Assist in developing outage staging plans and commissioning documentation
• Provide support for configuration of 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 a willingness to learn, take initiative, and develop technical problem-solving skills
• 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, or eligible for registration, as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with EGBC
• 0–2 years of relevant experience, in power systems, transmission & distribution, or substation design (co-op or internship experience considered an asset)
• Basic familiarity with substation protection and control systems is an asset
• Exposure to utility standards and industry codes (CSA, IEEE, IEC, Canadian Electrical Code) is an asset
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with protection and controls tools or relay software is an asset

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. Benefits 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.

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