Senior Substation Electrical Designer

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world.Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.
Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.
Job DescriptionOur Western Canada Power Delivery group is looking for a Senior Substation Electrical Designer. Reporting to the Substation and P&C Leads, this position offers the opportunity to work within a project team delivering detailed electrical design and project support for high voltage substation and power projects.
The successful candidate will work on substation projects ranging from 5 kV to 500 kV, supporting engineering, physical design, and coordination across disciplines.
Your Key Responsibilities
Develop detailed substation physical and electrical design drawings and packages
Prepare electrical design deliverables, including one-lines, layouts, grounding, conduit, control house, lighting, and BOMs
Cable systems and station service design
Perform QA/QC reviews of design packages
Interpret and incorporate vendor drawings and specifications into design deliverables
Support project execution with progress updates and coordination
Assist with cost estimating, proposals, and LOE development
Participate in site visits to gather field data and validate designs
Support construction, commissioning, and field activities as required
Mentoring and training of junior staff
Coordinate with engineers and designers across disciplines (civil, structural, P&C)
QualificationsCapabilities and Credentials
Demonstrable experience in 138kV (and above) systems
Ability to identify relevant electrical code rules and industry standards for power system and station service design
Ability to visualize and evaluate clearances and equipment layouts
Strong knowledge of substation layout and physical design
Understanding of grounding, lightning protection, and applicable codes
Strong safety mindset
Education and Experience
Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
~8+ years of experience in HV substation design
Experience developing complete drawing and construction packages
Experience with AutoCAD/MicroStation
Experience with site visits and field data collection
Typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
About the TeamPay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary:
Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Job Info
Job Identification 1007034
Posting Date 08/04/2026, 07:54 PM
Locations 300-10220 103 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB, T5J 0K4, CA (Hybrid)
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