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Job Title


Protection & Control Settings Engineer


Company : Arup


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2026-01-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Introduction Arups purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We are seeking a Protection & Control Settings Engineer with technical experience in the application of protection settings for HV substations for power utilities and for the interconnection of renewables and data centres. In this role you will support the delivery of substation projects for electric utilities, contractors and developers. Opportunity Perform system protection setting calculation, development of relay logic diagrams, and protection coordination on various substation projects up to 500kV voltage level. Develop design basis documentation for protective settings, relay settings calculations and generate native relay configuration files using SEL AcSELerator, GE EnerVista and/or similar vendor software. Apply industry standards for the protection of system equipment, including power buses, power transformers, HV/MV circuit breakers, capacitor banks, reactors, transmission lines, and distribution feeders. Perform power system modelling and protective relay coordination analysis using ASPEN OneLiner or Siemens CAPE, ETAP, SKM, and/or CYME software. Prepare design calculations, including shortcircuit calculation, current transformer performance and ratio selection, overcurrent element coordination, zonedistance element selection and coordination, and relay loadability calculation. Provide engineering support with construction and commissioning activities for substations. Skills & Qualifications Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred. Proven 4+ years experience in development of protection relay settings for transmission substations. Knowledge of FERC and NERC requirements as they pertain to electric utility reliability requirements. Experience in power systems modelling and protective relay coordination analysis using ASPEN OneLiner or Siemens CAPE, ETAP, SKM, CYME software. Ability to perform Arc Flash and other power system studies is preferred. Ability to read and interpret protection single lines, three lines, schematics, functional diagrams, etc. Experience with IEC61850 and its implementation is preferred. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as needed, to achieve agreed goals and results. Excellent communication skills able to interact with clients, regulatory bodies, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability to represent the company credibly. Ability to prioritise work effectively, manage deadlines, and maintain organisational skills required for a rapidly changing environment. What We Offer At Arup, we care about each members success, so we can grow together. Benefits We provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. Benefits include competitive pay, a wide range of learning opportunities, health and wellbeing support, paid time off, and a profitshare plan. Hiring Range Toronto The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $94,500 to $115,000 per year . This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Note that hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ. Equal Opportunity Statement Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether youre pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. Application Process We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly. #J-18808-Ljbffr