Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

Joining Arup

Arups purpose shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup you belong to an extraordinary collective in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect share and connect our diverse experiences perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup to your career to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Were currently seeking an experienced Senior Substation Electrical Engineer (Layout / Primary) with a record of accomplishment in delivering substation engineering design and engineering packages for utility and utility-scale renewable energy and distributed generation projects. The successful candidate will assist us in expanding our scope of services in the growing renewable energy fueled power generation market.

This position can be worked out of our Toronto or Calgary offices.

The opportunity

• Lead the engineering and design for utility and utility-scale renewable projects.
• Contribute to the overall design of full electrical systems for HV/MV substations including solar plant power plant wind farm distributed generation energy storage and microgrid. Participate in proposal preparation cost estimates and project management.
• Preparing high-quality technical reports on studies related to substation design.
• Perform studies such as grounding (step and touch) bus force calculation and lightning protection (rolling sphere or direct angle). Mentor and develop junior staff promote learning from successes and problems within the group.
• Maintain foster and develop client relationships.

The skills

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering
• At least 6 years experience in the engineering & design of substations and substation layout for power generation power storage solar wind and transmission facilities.
• Prepare construction drawings for substation such as general arrangement equipment plans section views bill of materials grounding plans below grade conduit raceway plans and specifications for medium (MV) and high-voltage (HV) electrical systems and equipment
• P. Eng. license is required; and ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States is highly desired.
• Sound understanding of IEEE substation design standards related to physical aspects.
• Experience with power system studies (lightning auxiliary transformer sizing grounding) is preferred AutoCAD experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage junior engineers other technical and support staff.
• Experience working and collaborating with clients to achieve agreed goals and results.
• The ability to prioritize effectively balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment

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What we offer you

Benefits that Work- At Arup we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup expect for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working- We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $110000 to $138000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience educational background and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally fairly and with respect regarding race colour ancestry sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy civil status age (except as provided by law) creed/religion political convictions language ethnic or national origin disability/handicap pardoned record of offences social condition (marital or family status receipt of social assistance) and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

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