Senior Electrical Engineer, Substation Design Interested in an opportunity to help build North Americas energy future? Founded in 2019, Verdyn is an innovative engineering company delivering turnkey power solutions that support a more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy future. We specialize in power quality, energy storage, EV charging infrastructure, and advanced electrical systems that help industrial, commercial, and utility-connected customers modernize their power infrastructure. Our mission is to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that make energy supply more reliable, efficient, and sustainable. We solve complex power challenges so our customers can focus on running their businesses. Our capabilities span engineering, design, procurement, implementation, commissioning, maintenance, and ongoing service. We offer a comprehensive suite of solutions for the industrial and energy marketplace in three key areas: Power Quality We help customers prevent equipment damage, voltage disturbances, and production downtime through engineered power quality solutions that improve reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and support continuous operations. Energy Storage & DC Microgrids Our fast-switching, scalable energy storage solutions integrate renewable generation, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging, and DC microgrids to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and resilient power for a wide range of applications. EV DC Fast Charging Our modular DC fast charging solutions are designed to support the growing EV market with scalable, high-performance charging infrastructure that can be integrated with onsite power and energy management systems. Job Title Senior Electrical Engineer, Substation Design (P.Eng.) Job Summary Verdyn is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer, Substation Design to join our Engineering and Design team in Toronto. This role is responsible for the design, development, and execution of mediumand highvoltage substations, switching stations, collector substations, and utility interconnection facilities supporting renewable energy, battery energy storage, EV charging, microgrid, and power quality projects. This position is ideal for an experienced Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario with several years of handson substation design engineering experience. The successful candidate will lead station design activities from concept development through detailed engineering, procurement, construction support, and commissioning. The role requires strong technical capability, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to coordinate effectively with utilities, customers, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams. Responsibilities Lead the design and engineering of substations, switching stations, collector stations, and interconnection facilities for renewable energy, energy storage, EV charging, and power reliability projects. Prepare and review engineering deliverables including: AC and DC schematics general arrangement drawings plan and elevation drawings cable routing and trench layouts Perform and review engineering calculations and studies, including equipment sizing, shortcircuit analysis, load flow analysis, cable sizing, voltage drop, station service requirements, and grounding and bonding design. Develop technical specifications and procurement documents for major electrical equipment such as transformers, breakers, disconnect switches, switchgear, instrument transformers, auxiliary systems, and protection and control panels. Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, utility requirements, and customer specifications, including CSA, IEEE, IEC, and relevant Canadian electrical standards. Coordinate closely with civil, structural, mechanical, protection and control, SCADA, and communications disciplines throughout the project lifecycle. Support utility interconnection and technical review processes by preparing design packages, responding to comments, and participating in technical meetings. Provide technical leadership during construction and commissioning, including design clarification, field issue resolution, review of shop drawings and submittals, and support for energization activities. Contribute to proposal preparation, scope development, budgeting, and technical risk assessment for new opportunities. Mentor junior engineers and designers and support the continuous improvement of Verdyns engineering practices and standards. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. Several years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, including strong experience in substation design engineering . Demonstrated experience with the design of mediumvoltage and highvoltage substations, switchyards, or utility interconnection facilities . Strong understanding of substation physical layout, equipment arrangements, grounding and bonding, electrical clearances, and utility design requirements. Experience preparing detailed engineering packages for procurement, construction, and commissioning. Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM PowerTools , or similar software. Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards relevant to substation and power system design in Canada. Experience coordinating with utilities, customers, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presentation skills. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting projects in renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging infrastructure, microgrids, or power quality applications . Familiarity with protection relays, metering, SCADA, and station communications systems. Experience with field construction support, testing, energization, and commissioning of substations or related electrical infrastructure. Experience reviewing vendor drawings, technical submittals, and construction documentation. Job Type Fulltime $120,000 to $160,000 CAD , commensurate with experience Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Flexible Language Requirement French not required Schedule Monday to Friday Language Ability to Commute Toronto, ON M5A 0W4 (required) Ability to Relocate Toronto, ON M5A 0W4: Relocate before starting work (required) #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Substation Design