Electrical Engineer – Designer, Stations

Rising Edge Group

. Report to a Senior Engineer in the Stations group .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing electrical facilities for Transmission and Distribution, Power Generation, and Renewables sectors, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Proficient in creating detailed engineering documents and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreeMedium/High Voltage Power EngineeringElectrical Facility DesignConstruction and Field Installations ExperienceAPEGGA or ASET Registration Eligibility

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Hard Skills

Electrical DesignSchematic InterpretationEngineering Scope DocumentationSubstation Design PackagesWiring DiagramsBills of MaterialsGrounding and Protection DesignAnalytical Problem SolvingTroubleshooting SkillsProject Conception to Completion

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam PlayerAbility to Handle Multiple Tasks

Tools & Technologies

Computer-Assisted Engineering SoftwareDesign Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Eligible for APEGGA RegistrationEligible for ASET Registration

Industry Keywords

Utilities IndustryTransmission and DistributionPower GenerationRenewablesCSA StandardsANSI StandardsIEC StandardsIEEE Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to a Senior Engineer in the Stations group
Design electrical parts, equipment, and systems from project conception to completion
Create detailed engineering scope documents from high-level functional documents
Design electrical substation facilities, including site and buswork layouts, grounding, foundations, controls, protection, metering, and equipment drawings
Complete substation design packages, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials
Deliver designs meeting industry standards, utility design standards, and engineering practices
Ensure designs are compatible with good construction practices and overall due diligence
Identify required materials and, where applicable, specify devices and equipment for design and construction
Plan layouts of electrical facilities for Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, and Renewables sectors
Apply relevant legislation, standards, regulations, guides, and practices, including CSA, ANSI, IEC, and IEEE standards
Design electrical facilities for Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial, and Renewables sectors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree required; or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution
2 – 8 years of experience in the Utilities industry is preferred but not required
Preference will be given to candidates that possess previous engineering experience in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in construction and field installations
Experience in construction and field installations an asset
Proficient in medium/high voltage power engineering in electrical facilities for the Transmission and Distribution, Power generation, Industrial and Renewables sectors
Proficient ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Eligible for registration with APEGGA or ASET
Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines
Navigate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Overtime opportunities - Project dependent
Paid Time Off Benefits
Weekly Pay Periods
Employee Assistance Program – Counseling
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
DPSP matching program that offers increased matching contributions based on your years of service with the company.