Posted 1mo ago

Senior Substation Designer

@ BBA
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
$85k-$110k/yrHybridFull Time
Responsibilities:Design substations, Mentor designers, Coordinate projects
Requirements Summary:HV substations up to 500 kV design, 3D CAD, project support, leadership of junior staff.
Technical Tools Mentioned:AutoCAD, 3D CAD, HV substations design tools
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Job Description

Type of position: Regular

Looking to
build your career with us?

Join
BBA and make the most of your experience by actively contributing to the
various stages of our projects. We are currently seeking a Substation Designer
to join our Corporate Electrical & Automation team to support our expansion
in Ontario.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic growing team. Your role will be
to participate in the day-to-day delivery of engineering services, from
front-end studies to assisting with commissioning. You will be responsible for
delivering high-quality professional services and maintaining good working
relationships with clients and co-workers.

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

Design & Technical Excellence

  • Design
    and draft high-voltage substations up to 500 kV using current industry
    standards.
  • Effectively
    use 2D and 3D AutoCAD to create, edit, and optimize electrical drawings
  • Prepare
    technical documents, calculation notes, and comprehensive specifications
  • Apply
    established working methods and contribute to their continuous improvement
  • Participate
    in multidisciplinary teams designing renewable power facilities (wind,
    solar, battery energy storage systems)

Leadership & Mentoring

  • Coach
    and mentor junior and intermediate designers, fostering their technical
    growth and professional development
  • Supervise
    and guide junior and intermediate team members through complex design
    projects and problem-solving processes
  • Share
    your expertise by leading design reviews and providing constructive
    feedback on technical work
  • Support
    the development of junior team members' technical skills and career
    progression

Project Management & Client Engagement

  • Provide
    engineering services and consulting work as a lead designer or supporting
    team member, building client relationships
  • Participate
    in project management activities including cost tracking, deadline
    management, and resource planning
  • Lead
    coordination meetings both internally and with clients, demonstrating
    technical leadership
  • Conduct
    site surveys and assessments to inform design decisions
  • Participate
    in commissioning equipment at client sites, locally and internationally,
    ensuring successful project delivery

Continuous Learning & Growth

  • Develop
    your technical expertise across diverse project types and voltage levels
  • Expand
    your professional network and industry knowledge through exposure to
    varied projects
  • Build
    leadership and supervisory capabilities that position you for senior
    technical or management roles


Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

  • Autonomous
  • Show an aptitude for self-development
  • Result Oriented
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skill
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Thirst to learn and excel
  • Rigour and ethical
  • Caring mindset that puts people first

Overview of certifications and job requirements:

  • Diploma
    in Mechanical or Electrical Technology (currently registered or eligible
    for registration with OACETT)
  • Minimum
    10 years of experience designing high-voltage substations (up to 500 kV) in
    utility or consulting engineering environments.
  • Advanced
    proficiency in 3D CAD drafting software with demonstrated project examples.
  • Valid
    Ontario driver's licence (required for site visits and project
    coordination)

An overview of BBA’s Total Rewards

  • Annual base salary $85,000 - $110,000
  • Annual premium program for regular employees
  • Onsite mobility premium
  • 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 market, education, relevant and demonstrated work
experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other
relevant skills.


At BBA, you get many benefits:

  • Flexible schedule that combines office presence and telecommuting
  • A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
  • Committees involved in important causes: diversity, social commitment, and more
  • An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness


About
BBA

For over 40 years,
we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the
Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible
and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.
BBA is one of
Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice
(PCB), with a network of 15 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects
that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.
Our people’s
passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of  Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
We have unique
talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself.
Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.
Learn more about us
by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with
them directly.