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Senior Oversight Electrical Engineer

  • Edmonton, AB, Canada

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  • Contract Length: 12 months
  • Work Type: Hybrid - Mon, Tues, Thurs (office) / Weds, Fri (Remote)
  • Location: Edmonton, AB

Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Job Overview

  • We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Oversight Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership and engineering oversight for utility-scale renewable energy projects in the USA and Canada, including solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), high-voltage (HV) substations, and grid interconnections. The successful candidate will oversee and review EPC contractor engineering deliverables, ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable industry standards, and provide expert guidance throughout project development, design, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
  • This role is responsible for evaluating electrical system designs, overseeing interconnection activities, identifying technical risks, and ensuring the successful delivery of safe, reliable, and cost-effective renewable energy facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the review of EPC contractor engineering and design packages (IFR and IFC) to ensure accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance with project requirements, codes, and industry standards.
  • Provide technical oversight and coordinate design refinements with EPC contractors, consultants, utilities, and internal stakeholders.
  • Review and assess HV substation, solar PV, wind, and BESS electrical designs, including:
    • General arrangements
    • Single-line diagrams
    • Grounding systems
    • Protection and control schemes
    • Relay coordination studies
  • Verify the proper integration of medium-voltage (MV) and high-voltage (HV) equipment, including main power transformers, inverters, switchgear, circuit breakers, and associated balance-of-plant systems.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including IEEE, UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC, NESC, and utility interconnection requirements.
  • Evaluate technical risks and recommend practical, cost-effective engineering solutions that support project objectives.
  • Support grid interconnection activities and collaborate with EPC teams to ensure all technical submissions satisfy utility, regulatory, and reliability requirements.
  • Coordinate with regulatory and compliance teams to ensure electrical designs meet local, provincial/state, and federal requirements.
  • Oversee the preparation and review of detailed engineering and construction drawings, ensuring complete and efficient designs that support successful project execution.
  • Ensure alignment with project procedures, engineering standards, environmental requirements, and health and safety regulations, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Participate in and lead design review meetings to ensure consistency in project scope, design intent, quality, and expected performance.
  • Review vendor quotations, perform technical bid evaluations, and provide recommendations based on technical merit, risk, cost, and long-term reliability.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain and project teams to support the procurement of electrical equipment and materials.
  • Provide technical support throughout all project phases, including development, detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, startup, and closeout.
  • Respond to engineering-related RFIs, evaluate field modifications, and provide technical guidance during construction activities.
  • Support commissioning, testing, and energization of HV substations, renewable generation facilities, and associated protection and control systems.
  • Participate in and witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) for major electrical equipment as required.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of technical solutions, ensuring effective coordination among internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the successful operation and delivery of assigned projects, recognizing their significant financial and operational impact on the organization.
  • Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and informal leadership to peers and project team members.
Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA or an equivalent regulatory body, or eligibility for registration.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering design, construction, and commissioning activities.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, BESS, HV substations, and utility interconnections.
  • Extensive knowledge of HV substations (34.5 kV to 345 kV), renewable energy plant electrical systems, power system analysis, and protection and control schemes.
  • Strong understanding of utility interconnection processes and the integration of utility-scale renewable generation into transmission and distribution networks.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate, facilitate discussions, negotiate solutions, and influence decisions across multiple stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to satisfy company motor vehicle requirements.

Preferred

  • Experience with SCADA systems, RTUs, and communication protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, and IEC 61850.
  • Knowledge of specialized power system studies, including:
    • Cable heating analyses
    • AC and DC cable loss studies
    • Transient Recovery Voltage (TRV)
    • Insulation coordination
    • Grounding system studies
    • Load flow analysis
    • Short-circuit analysis
    • Transformer energization studies
  • Experience using industry-standard power system modeling and analysis software, including PSS®E, ETAP, PSCAD, and SKM.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%, including occasional overnight travel to project sites, fabrication facilities, and vendor locations.
  • Ability to work safely in construction and operational environments and utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Scope And Impact

  • Provides technical leadership and engineering oversight for complex renewable energy projects with significant operational and financial impact.
  • Oversees the development, review, and implementation of engineering solutions that support project execution and long-term asset performance.
  • Coordinates with internal departments, EPC contractors, consultants, utilities, regulators, and equipment suppliers to achieve project objectives.
  • Serves as a senior technical resource and provides informal leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineering peers and project teams.
  • Contributes directly to project quality, schedule performance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and overall project success.

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Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

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Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and review EPC engineering deliverables for utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, battery storage, substations, and grid interconnections. Oversee design compliance, technical risk, procurement evaluations, construction support, commissioning, and coordination with contractors, utilities, regulators, and internal teams.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, P.Eng. designation or eligibility, at least 10 years of electrical engineering experience, and at least 3 years supporting renewable energy projects. Candidates should have extensive high-voltage, power systems, protection and control, and utility interconnection expertise, along with strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Skills

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering Oversight
  • Renewable Energy
  • High-Voltage Substations
  • Solar Photovoltaic Systems
  • Wind Energy
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Grid Interconnection
  • Power System Analysis
  • Protection and Control
  • EPC Design Review
  • Commissioning
  • Technical Risk Assessment
  • Utility Coordination
  • P.Eng. Registration
  • Technical Leadership

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  • Engineering
  • Energy
  • Construction
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Management & Leadership

Keywords

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Renewable Energy
  • Solar Photovoltaics
  • Wind Energy
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • High-Voltage Substations
  • Grid Interconnection
  • EPC Contractors
  • Engineering Design Packages
  • Single-Line Diagrams
  • Grounding Systems
  • Protection and Control
  • Relay Coordination
  • Medium-Voltage Equipment
  • Power Transformers
  • Inverters
  • Switchgear
  • IEEE
  • UL
  • CSA
  • NFPA
  • NEC
  • NESC
  • SCADA
  • RTUs
  • DNP3
  • Modbus
  • IEC 61850
  • PSS®E
  • ETAP

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