Lead Substation Physical Engineer

ICF

Lead Substation Physical Engineer managing high-voltage substation design projects. Collaborating with clients and mentoring junior engineers within a fully remote role in Ontario.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in substation physical design, ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards while leading project teams and mentoring junior engineers. Proficient in utilizing design tools and managing multiple projects effectively.

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Substation Physical DesignProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseAutoCAD ProficiencyLeadership and MentoringQuality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

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Hard Skills

Substation Design Standards3D Modeling with Autodesk InventorSubstation Grounding StudiesBill of Materials DevelopmentTechnical Discussion Facilitation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsStrong Initiative

Tools & Technologies

MicroStationAgi32 Illumination SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

IEEENESCNECUtility StandardsQuality AssuranceQuality Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee the design and preparation of substation physical design drawings
Develop Bill of Materials based on design criteria
Coordinate with protection & controls, civil/structural, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
Support client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning efforts
Participate in site visits and constructability reviews
Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables
Apply client standards related to the work
Perform/ensure company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
Ensure compliance with industry codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC, NEC) and utility standards
Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers
Demonstrate leadership potential to support transition into a Supervising Engineer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (focus in power systems preferred)
8+ years of experience in substation physical design for electric utilities
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design tool
Familiarity with substation design standards and practices (IEEE, NESC, utility specs)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior staff
Strong initiative and leadership qualities to support career advancement
Experience leading substation projects modelled in 3D using Autodesk Inventor
Familiarity with substation grounding studies and CDEGS
Familiarity with Agi32 illumination software
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work within Ontario province
Clear growth path to Supervising Engineer
Mentoring and guidance opportunities for junior engineers