Posted 3mo ago

Electrical Protection and Controls Engineer

@ BBA
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:design protection, develop HMIs, coordinate clients
Requirements Summary:University degree in Electrical Engineering; licensed or eligible P.Eng. in Newfoundland and Labrador; experience with Newfoundland&Labrador Hydro P&C projects; protection and control deliverables; relay settings; protection studies; network architecture; CADD; PLC/DCS configuration; English proficiency; strong communication; travel possible.
Technical Tools Mentioned:CADD, Microsoft Office, MODBUS, DNP3, IEC61850, GE UR relays, SEL, ABB, Siemens IED, PLC, DCS
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Type of position: Regular

Your
future role within our team

Join BBA and put your experience to work by actively
contributing to various project phases as a Protection and Controls (P&C)
Design Engineer. You will be involved in the design of protection and controls
systems for high‑voltage/medium-voltage (HV/MV) transmission systems,
distribution systems and power plants across Canada. You will also be
responsible for supporting site mandates to ensure work quality and system
compliance before energization. You will play a key role in project management,
client coordination, and delivering high‑quality projects with the BBA team.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

  • Prepare protection and controls deliverables such as electrical schematics,
    wiring diagrams, protection logic, and control schemes
  • Preparation of protection relay setting and configuration files (GE UR relays,
    SEL, ABB, Siemens IED devices, etc.)
  • Preparation of engineering studies and reports (protection coordination
    studies, short circuit analysis, power flow calculation, arc flash analysis,
    battery and charger calculation, transformer sizing etc.)
  • Develop HMIs, network architectures, and RTU configurations
  • Support in the preparation of the technical specifications, reports, and other
    documentation related to protection and control systems
  • Assist with commissioning and testing of protection and control systems
  • Review, propose optimization and seal (P. Eng.) protection and control designs
  • Develop or review outage, cut-over, and testing procedures
  • Interface with customer technical representatives
  • Work on development of proposals including writing and/or reviewing technical
    specifications, and estimating project cost

Do your qualities and goals match the BBA culture?

  • A desire to learn and push yourself further
  • A willingness to collaborate in a positive environment
  • A human‑centered approach that puts people first
  • A drive to be at the heart of the action
  • Strong rigor and ethical sense
  • Ability to communicate and share knowledge effectively


The experience you bring

  • University degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Registered with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and
    Labrador or eligibility to register
  • Experience with Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro P&C projects
  • Experience in preparing protection system basis of design documents
  • Experience in network architecture design
  • Knowledge of CADD software
  • Experience in preparing logic diagrams, protection philosophies, wiring
    diagrams, single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams and other P&C
    deliverables
  • Experience in selecting, setting and
    troubleshooting protective relays (SEL, GE, Siemens)
  • Experience with preparation of engineering studies and reports (protection
    coordination studies, short circuit analysis, power flow calculation, arc flash
    analysis, battery and charger calculation, transformer sizing etc.)
  • A working knowledge of communication protocols (MODBUS, DNP3, IEC61850)
  • Knowledge of relay testing equipment and experience in P&C commissioning
  • Experience preparing project estimates
  • Availability for short‑ and long‑term assignments at client sites
  • English spoken and written, with the ability to draft technical documents
  • Excellent computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Asset: Working knowledge of utility cyber security standards
  • Asset: Bilingualism (French)
  • Asset: Experience with
    configuration and programming of PLCs and DCS

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

  • Annual base salary
  • Annual premium program for regular employees
  • Onsite mobility premium (to be removed for environment-related positions)
  • Time bank
  • Cellphone fee reimbursements
  • Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Annual vacation and sick leave
  • Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual
base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated
work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other
relevant skills.

With
us, you will benefit from many advantages:

  • Long‑term employment opportunities (not project‑based only)
  • Access to multiple experts and coaching
  • Collaborative team that shares ideas and knowledge
  • Dynamic social club offering activities for all interests
  • Opportunity to work on site—an excellent career accelerator!
  • Tailored training and development plans

 



About
BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

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