Senior Electrical Engineer, Substations - #442402

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Engineer, Substations to join its Transmission & Distribution business. This opportunity is hybrid and is based in Edmonton, AB

This role involves the design and execution of high-voltage substation projects from conception to construction. The Senior Engineer, Substations will lead engineering design efforts, coordinate with multiple disciplines, oversee procurement and construction activities, and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety practices.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood provides comprehensive engineering solutions for high-voltage transmission and substation projects, supporting utility clients with cutting-edge technology and expertise.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to industry leaders in Transmission & Distribution
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews ensuring we reward at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
  
  

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd. (incl. Wood Group Canada Inc.), we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities

• Leading and performing engineering design on 12 kV to 500 kV overhead and underground transmission and substation projects from the conceptual design stage through construction
• Develop one-line & phasing diagrams, layout plans, sections, ground grid layouts, grounding details, conduit & cable routing plans, and details
• Prepare and review drawing lists, engineering documents, specifications, and inspection and testing plans/procedures
• Writing and planning project scope, proposals, estimates, change notices, budgets, and similar documents
• Managing engineering costs and maintaining schedules by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems
• Review design documentation with the Owner’s Engineer to ensure the design satisfies the project’s requirements
• Review of vendor documents against specifications
• Prepare material take-offs for all electrical equipment, as well as ordering materials through the procurement group
• Coordinate construction and commissioning activities with utility clients and subcontractors
• Respond to information requests from construction sites and complete project documentation, including as-builts, calculations, and returning data to clients
• Travel to site and liaising with internal groups, external contractors, and clients
• Enhance and maintain relationships with internal groups as well as external contractors and clients
• Lead projects from conception through construction and commissioning, including mentoring junior engineers and designers
• Fulfilling the duties of Professional Record for work within the field of practice
• Ensuring the latest safe practices and methods are integrated into the design
• Working within assigned budgets and schedules.
  
  

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don’t match every statement below but feel you have relevant experience, knowledge, or skills, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Electrical Engineering Degree from a recognized university
• Canadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.) or eligibility to register with APEGA
• 8-12 years of substation electrical experience in a Transmission & Distribution Utility or EPC organization
• Experience interfacing with other substation engineering disciplines such as structural and protection & control
• Strong understanding of regulatory codes and standards, including CSA, NESC, and ANSI/IEEE
• Proven field experience with outage planning, construction sequencing, and commissioning is an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States is considered an asset
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.