Designer II

Qualus

Protection and Controls Designer II designing 12–500 kV substation systems for Qualus, a power infrastructure solutions firm. Supporting engineering, construction, commissioning, and utility project delivery.

Posted 9/2/2026full-timeVancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$68,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design and coordination of protection, control, and metering systems for electrical substations, with a strong focus on compliance with industry standards and effective project management. Proficient in developing technical documentation and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical engineering solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreeProtection And Control DesignPower Systems ExperienceAutoCAD ProficiencyEngineer-In-Training (EIT) Registration

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Hard Skills

Protection SchematicsAC/DC SchematicsWiring DiagramsOne-Line DiagramsConfiguration Support For Protection RelaysConstruction Package PreparationTest Plan DevelopmentOutage Staging PlansFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT)Quality Assurance Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Protection And Controls ToolsRelay Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineer-In-Training (EIT)P.Eng. Designation (In Process)

Industry Keywords

Substation DesignTransmission And DistributionUtility StandardsCSAIEEEIECCanadian Electrical Code

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and coordinate the design of protection, control, and metering systems for electrical substations (12 kV to 500 kV) with limited supervision
Support and gradually take ownership of one-line diagrams, protection schematics, AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams, panel layouts, interconnection diagrams, and protection and control design criteria and philosophies
Prepare and review specifications, reports, construction packages, and test plans
Assist in developing outage staging plans and commissioning documentation
Perform configuration support for protection relays and automation devices
Review vendor drawings and technical submissions for alignment with project specifications and design intent
Participate in design reviews, Safety by Design sessions, and constructability assessments
Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning, including responding to RFIs and participating in site visits and field reviews
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and inspections as required
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated designs
Manage assigned project tasks within scope, schedule, and budget constraints
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes
Travel to client sites as required during project execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university
Registered as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or eligible/in process with registration / working toward P.Eng. designation
3–5 years of relevant experience in power systems, transmission & distribution, or substation design
Familiarity with substation protection and control systems, including relaying schemes and AC/DC designs
Exposure to utility standards and industry codes (CSA, IEEE, IEC, Canadian Electrical Code) is an asset
Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with protection and controls tools or relay software is an asset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical engineering solutions
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, clients, and vendors
Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering environment
Travel to client sites as required during project execution

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays