Job Description

MatchBox Consulting is on the hunt for a Substation High Voltage Engineer to work out of Winnipeg, MB. This role offers a mix of project engineering and management responsibilities including design, field work, mentoring junior staff, and client collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical design of high voltage substations, including grounding studies (using CDEGS), protection and control design, switchyard equipment layout, and panel schematics.
• Conduct field measurements such as soil resistivity and fall-of-potential for grounding studies.
• Execute arc flash, coordination, and short circuit studies using software such as ETAP and Easy Power.
• Design medium/high voltage industrial and commercial power systems including duct banks, cable routing, and emergency power systems.
• Work closely with project teams, clients, and contractors to deliver projects on time and meet quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to junior engineers and EITs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Canadian or CEAB accredited), power systems specialization preferred.
• Minimum 6 years as an engineer, with at least 2 years as a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng).
• Direct experience in high voltage substation design within utilities/hydro (NOT oil & gas or mining).
• Proficient with AutoCAD, CDEGS, ETAP, Easy Power, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards.
• Valid Manitoba driver’s license.

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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