Substation Designer

RRC

Substation Designer working on renewable energy projects for RRC, specializing in electrical design and collaboration across teams. Involves multitasking and delivering quality results on time.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line diagrams, layouts, sections, bus calculation/selections, ground grid, cable tray/trench/duct bank, lighting, lightning protection, prefabricated control building layouts, AC/DC station service supply, voltage drop, conduit/cable tray fill, bill of materials, etc.
Complete substation protection and control design packages including single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, etc.
Complete renewable energy collector system design packages such as medium voltage systems with switchgear, transformers, AC/DC inverters and power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for both wind and solar projects
Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations.
Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of diploma or bachelors degree in drafting / electrical design
5+ years related experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and/or AutoCAD Map3D in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation
Strong CAD skills with experience utilizing layers, blocks, XREFs, coordinate systems, annotations, and dimensioning while abiding by company and industry drafting standards
Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada
Ability to work on multi-discipline projects
Excellent time management and organization skills
Excellent computer skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations
Ability to collaborate within a team environment
Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance
3D Modeling experience a plus
Experience with PVcase, PVCAD a plus
Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus
Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus
Understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, CSA a plus
Manufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc. a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k matching
Bonus eligibility
Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Substation Design PackagesSingle Line DiagramsThree-Line DiagramsWiring Diagrams3D ModelingBattery Energy Storage SystemsMedium Voltage SystemsAC/DC Distribution SystemsDrafting StandardsBill of Materials

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganization SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationSelf-Motivation