Posted 12 days ago
Staff Substation Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Toronto)
@ Burns & McDonnell
Toronto, Ontario
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Overview
Burns & McDonnell is hiring a Staff Electrical Engineer for Transmission & Distribution in Toronto, working under a licensed professional engineer on high-voltage substation design from 13 kV to 765 kV. The role covers design packages, calculations, standards compliance, client support and quality reviews. The posting states a salary of $105,000 to $135,000 per year, a discretionary bonus, travel about 10% of the time, and a P.Eng. preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare substation design packages and electrical studies
- Develop substation calculations and design deliverables
- Support field inspections on utility systems
- Support client presentations and proposals
- Perform design quality reviews and follow QA/QC guidelines
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in electrical engineering (ABET) or electrical engineering technology diploma
- 4 years of substation engineering experience, consulting required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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Burns & McDonnell
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
Job description
Description
The Staff Electrical Engineer - Transmission & Distribution will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to develop design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Staff Electrical Engineer will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
The expected compensation range for this position is $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 annually, in compliance with Ontario’s Pay Transparency requirements. Final compensation will be based on education, qualifications, prior experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well-being. This includes extended health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and wellness initiatives. Eligible employees also participate in our Canadian Equity Participation Plan (CEPP) and retirement savings program.
This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, or family status.
Pay Transparency & Accessibility Statement
Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 263379
Job Hire Type Experienced #CAN N/A
The Staff Electrical Engineer - Transmission & Distribution will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to develop design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Staff Electrical Engineer will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
- Supports substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.
- Prepares and develops substation design packages, including, but not limited to, physical arrangement above and below grade, electrical studies such as grounding and lightning analysis, and lighting and security.
- Develops substation calculations, including, but not limited to, insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
- Prepares design sketches, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
- Applies intermediate knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications and procedures.
- Supports field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
- Researches and compiles project-related data as required by the project managers.
- Supports client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.
- Identifies, communicates and supports the resolution of issues on projects as needed.
- Works with the project lead to support the project schedule and meet deadlines.
- Works closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
- Performs design quality reviews.
- Meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.
- Supports the preparation of proposals and client presentations during the proposal process.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 4 years of substation engineering experience, consulting required.
- Or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology and 4 years of substation engineering experience.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem- solving skills.
- Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Must be capable of applying diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
- Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligibility to become licensed as a P.Eng., is preferred.
The expected compensation range for this position is $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 annually, in compliance with Ontario’s Pay Transparency requirements. Final compensation will be based on education, qualifications, prior experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well-being. This includes extended health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and wellness initiatives. Eligible employees also participate in our Canadian Equity Participation Plan (CEPP) and retirement savings program.
This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, or family status.
Pay Transparency & Accessibility Statement
- This posting is for an existing vacancy.
- AI is not used in the screening or selection process for this role.
Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 263379
Job Hire Type Experienced #CAN N/A
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