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Qualus

Senior Engineer - Substation

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$89K - $114K/yr

Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Substation

Lake Mary, FL

$86K - $109K/yr

Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Senior Engineer - Substation

Raleigh, NC

$95K - $122K/yr

Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Substation

Farmington, UT

$93K - $119K/yr

Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Senior Engineer - Substation

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

BBA, Inc.

Senior Substation Engineer

Salem, NH · On-site

$98K - $125K/yr

... oriented Substation Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You'llbe responsible for ... With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Substation

Westborough, MA

$164K - $172K/yr

Lead Substation Design Engineers are responsible for leading teams that are designing substations ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Lead Engineer - Substation

Westborough, MA · On-site

$164K - $172K/yr

Lead Substation Design Engineers are responsible for leading teams that are designing substations ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Substation Test Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

... developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

Qualus

Substation Test Technician

Indianapolis, IN

... developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning ... S. and Canada. EEO We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to ...

RRC POWER AND ENERGY

Substation Designer

Round Rock, TX · On-site +1

S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in ... Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line ...

RRC Power and Energy

Substation Designer

Round Rock, TX · On-site +1

S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in ... Complete substation (Air & GIS) switchyard design packages encompassing operating single line ...

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How much do canadian substation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for canadian substation engineer in the United States is $113,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Canadian Substation Engineer vs Electrical Design Engineer?

AspectCanadian Substation EngineerElectrical Design Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, P.Eng. license, substation-specific certificationsEngineering degree, P.Eng. license, electrical design certifications
Work EnvironmentSubstation sites, utility companies, power plantsDesign offices, consulting firms, engineering companies
Industry UsagePower utilities, transmission & distributionElectrical systems, infrastructure projects

Canadian Substation Engineers focus on the planning, design, and maintenance of electrical substations within the power transmission and distribution sector. Electrical Design Engineers work on designing electrical systems across various projects, including buildings and infrastructure. While both roles require similar credentials and may work within the same industry, their primary responsibilities and work environments differ.

Infographic showing various Canadian Substation Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,627 per year, or $54.6 per hour.

Senior Engineer - Substation

Qualus

Chattanooga, TN • On-site

$89K - $114K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 1 hour ago

Job description

Position Overview
Power your future with Qualus as a Senior Substation Engineer. Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). Typical design to include general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC and DC power systems.
Responsibilities
  • Design substations utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). Typical design to include general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC and DC power systems.
  • Design ground grids based on applicable codes utilizing industry available software.
  • Design lightning protection and grounding plans.
  • Complete calculations such as AC and DC load, bus spans, and ampacity calculations.
  • Create equipment and material specifications for procurement of engineered equipment as well as development of design scope and cost estimates.
  • Complete conceptual designs and layouts for facility planning studies.
  • Preparing additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, construction, and operation/maintenance of systems being designed.
  • Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
  • Perform/Ensure company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being follow on all design packages.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering required.
  • 5+ years of experience in substation physical design.
  • Experience in directly related to working with electricity, preferably in utilities.
  • Must have strong knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (a plus).
  • Microsoft Office product application.
  • Excellent document management and organization skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task and work with a variety of projects and deadlines.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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Benefits & Compensation
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
EEO
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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