At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative substation projects and mentor the next generation of engineers.
- Company: Join HDR, a leader in sustainable power systems with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
- Other info: Flexible locations across Canada with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the power sector while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in substation design and a professional engineering license required.
The predicted salary is between 110000 - 166000 $ per year.
HDR is seeking a Senior Substation Electrical Engineer to contribute to reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and review engineering deliverables, including studies, drawings, calculations, and specifications for complex substation projects.
- Assign tasks and provide technical direction to junior and mid-level team members.
- Perform quality control (QC) reviews to ensure accuracy and consistency across all deliverables.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to build specialized expertise and stay current with industry practices.
- Contribute to technical papers and presentations showcasing HDR’s capabilities.
- Mentor, train, and supervise EITs and designers as needed.
- Support cross-team QC reviews to maintain company and client standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of substation design experience, both indoor and outdoor.
- Experience developing design specifications, studies, reports, and analysis related to substation design.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Previous consulting firm experience.
- Experience using electrical design software such as SKM PowerTools, ETAP, EasyPower, CDEGS, and WinIGS.
- Experience developing technical standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience.
- Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
- Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
- Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of an employee‑owned culture.
Benefits and Compensation
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. The pay range for Vancouver, BC is $110,000 – $166,000.
Locations
Primary Location: Canada, Alberta, Calgary. Other Locations: Canada, Ontario, Richmond Hill; Canada, Saskatchewan; Canada, Ontario, Burlington; Canada, Ontario, Toronto; Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver.
Job Details
Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Transmission/Distribution Engineering Job Posting Date: Jul 16, 2026
EEO Statement
HDR is an affirmatively action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.
Senior Substation Electrical Engineer in Burlington employer: HDR
At HDR, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of inclusion and empowerment, where every employee is valued and encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives. Our comprehensive benefits package, commitment to employee ownership, and opportunities for professional growth make us a standout choice for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the power generation sector. Join us in our Saskatoon location, where you can collaborate with industry leaders and help shape the future of sustainable energy.
