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Senior Engineer - Structural

@ Qualus

Vancouver, BC · Calgary, AB

RemoteFull-time8+ years experience
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Overview

Qualus is hiring a Senior Structural Engineer in its T&D Canada business, based in Vancouver, BC, reporting to the Director of Engineering. The role covers structural design, analysis and quality review for substation, transmission and switchgear facilities, plus mentoring and client work. The posting offers full-time employment with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, RRSP match and paid time off benefits, and requires a P.Eng. or eligibility to register with EGBC.

Responsibilities:

  • Structural design and QA/QC review for substations and transmission facilities
  • Structural analysis and modelling with industry software
  • Preparation of design basis, reports, plans and specifications
  • Client meetings and job site visits
  • Mentoring less experienced engineers

Requirements summary:

  • Structural engineering degree and P.Eng. or EGBC eligibility
  • 8 to 10+ years of structural design experience
  • Utility substation experience, BC Hydro preferred
  • Knowledge of Canadian and North American transmission standards
  • Strong written and verbal communication

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionLife insuranceDisability insuranceRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time offParental leave
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-24
First seen by our source
2026-10-12
Source record updated
2026-10-12

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience8+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelground: minimal
Work settingOffice, Outdoors, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsP.Eng.
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyStructural Engineering
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan

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Qualus

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Full company description

Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition and 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, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power infrastructure challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has nearly 1,900 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. Caution to Job Seekers: Legitimate employers will not request payment or sensitive personal information upfront, such as your social security number. Always verify the job opportunity through official channels.

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
1,576
Reported office locations
  • USA, US
  • Toronto, CA
Business categories
  • Training
  • Energy
  • Electrical Distribution
  • Project Management
  • Power Grid
Other recorded names
  • Qualus
Specialties
  • Relay Protection & Control
  • Transmission Planning
  • Substation Engineering
  • Relay Settings
  • Testing & Commissioning
  • Generation Interconnect
  • Field Services
  • Planning & System Studies
  • Power Systems Training
  • Turnkey Project Management
  • Switchgear Repair
  • Remanufacture
  • High Voltage Substation and Power Plant Equipment Maintenance and Testing
  • Transformer Rectifier Testing
  • Grid Integration
  • Construction Management
  • Outage Management
  • Distributed Energy Resource Management
  • Emergency Management Systems
  • and Advisory
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Reported total investment
0

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Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition and 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…

FieldValue
IndustryEngineering Services
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersUSA
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesRelay Protection & ControlTransmission PlanningSubstation EngineeringRelay SettingsTesting & CommissioningGeneration InterconnectField ServicesPlanning & System StudiesPower Systems TrainingTurnkey Project Management
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Job description

Position Overview

Power Your Future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Senior Structural Engineer. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this position is located in our Vancouver, BC office. If you have a successful track record in heavy industry and thrive on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to structural design, technical support and quality assurance/quality control review including calculations, design, design drawing reviews from conceptual level to detailed design for substation facilities, including equipment support structures and footings, transmission towers & poles and control room and indoor GIS switchgear buildings
  • Perform structural analysis and modeling using industry-standard software such as SAP2000, LPILE, SAFE, and MathCAD
  • Preparation and review of detailed design documents including design basis, design reports, design plans, construction specifications, field review plans and reports
  • Review of vendor documents against specifications
  • Respond to requests from construction sites and complete project documentation, including as-builts, calculations, and returning data to clients
  • Coordinate and oversee the development of project resource planning, scope, schedule, and budget for a structural discipline project team
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with our external business partners; present information and respond to questions from individual or groups of clients
  • Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data
  • Mentor less experienced engineering team members
  • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery

Minimum Qualifications

  • Structural Engineering Degree from a recognized university along with a Canadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.) or the ability to register as a Professional Engineer with EGBC
  • 8-10+ years of structural engineering design experience
  • Experience with structural design for utility substations, particularly projects for BC Hydro is considered an asset
  • Knowledge of applicable Canadian codes and standards, including Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and CSA standards, as well as North American transmission structure design standards
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, RRSP Match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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.

We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

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