Senior Electrical Engineer (P&C)

HARDLINE ENGINEERING:

Hardline Engineering (part of the EllisDon group of companies) is a design and engineering firm specializing in low, medium and high voltage utility and industrial engineering services.

We are a diverse and equal opportunity employer with an open, honest and transparent workplace where we share information, ideas, concerns and challenges openly with each other and strive to be a great team together.

Innovation, optimization and automation are fundamental to our culture and our clients. Hardline was founded by two former utility engineers with a passion for delivering the highest quality products and services for our clients. We currently employ and deliver services to multiple clients across Canada.

ROLE OBJECTIVE:

Hardline Engineering is currently looking for a Protection & Control Senior Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director, Engineering the P&C Senior Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced protection and control systems for substation and transmission systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and Engineering:

• Develop protection and control system designs for substations and transmission systems, including relay settings, control logic, and interface wiring.

• Create and review detailed engineering deliverables such as single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring schematics, panel layouts, and communication network architecture.

• Design SCADA communication related drawings

• Conduct advanced system studies, including fault current analysis, protection coordination, load flow, transient stability, and arc flash analysis, using industry-standard tools.

• Specify, configure, and program protection and control equipment, including protective relays, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), and communication systems.

• Develop system integration plans to ensure seamless operation of SCADA, RTU, and communication networks with protection systems.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize designs for constructability, cost-efficiency, and operational reliability.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of designs, including calculations, assumptions, and methodologies, ensuring traceability and adherence to quality standards.

• Provide technical input during design reviews, hazard and operability studies (HAZOPs), and risk assessments to enhance system safety and reliability.

Project Management:

• Lead the execution of protection and control projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality requirements.

• Prepare and review project documentation, including technical specifications, test procedures, and as-built drawings.

• Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Testing and Commissioning:

• Oversee the testing and commissioning of protection and control systems, ensuring compliance with design specifications and industry standards.

• Develop and implement commissioning plans and procedures.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during construction and commissioning phases.

Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure all designs and implementations comply with applicable industry standards, such as IEEE, IEC, CSA, and utility-specific requirements.

• Integrate cybersecurity measures into automation and SCADA designs to meet NERC-CIP and other relevant standards.

Leadership and Mentorship:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the organization.

• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering from a program accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board.

• Registered with APEGA as a Professional Engineer or equivalent Canadian professional agency required.

• 5+ years of experience and knowledge of protection and control systems within substations and transmission systems.

• Ability to manage and deliver Engineering deliverables as per project schedule and within budget

• Ability to work closely with Drafters, Engineers and Leads to meet with project timelines for engineering deliverables

• Ability to manage multiple assignments with tight timelines.

• Self-motivated, positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven.

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with internal and external customers, stakeholders and co-workers.

• Excellent organizational skills that demonstrates the ability to resolve conflicting priorities.

• Positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care

• Disability insurance

• Extended health care

• Life insurance

• RRSP match

• Vision care

Experience:

• SCADA: 5 years (preferred)

• Protection & Control: 8 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• P.ENG Designation (preferred)

Work Location: In person