Engineer, Protection and Control

4 weeks ago


Castlegar, Canada Torus Talent Full time

Are you a technical problem-solver with a passion for utility operations and system protection? If you have a strong background in electrical engineering, with a focus on system protection for substations, we invite you to explore this role as an Engineer, Protection & Control.


In this role, you’ll conduct fault studies, perform system protection analysis, and configure protection relay settings across transmission, distribution, and generation systems. With your analytical skills and keen attention to detail, you’ll contribute to substation planning and assist in designing our substations to ensure reliable and safe operations.


Key Responsibilities in Your First Year:

  • Configure, test, and issue various relay settings, focusing on substation feeder protection.
  • Review and provide support for substation design projects.
  • Conduct distribution protection reviews.
  • Collaborate with and support senior Protection & Control engineers as needed.


What You Bring:

  • Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) license.
  • Experience: 4-7 years of experience in system protection, with a solid understanding of substations in transmission, distribution, and generation contexts.
  • Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of utility operations, including protective relay, regulator, and fuse settings, along with experience in protection schemes and coordination.
  • Skills in Design and Equipment: Proven experience with substation design, high-voltage equipment, AC/DC auxiliary systems, and equipment monitoring devices. Familiarity with engineering standards is essential.
  • Software Proficiency: Knowledge of engineering studies software (Aspen OneLiner) and programming protective, metering, and control devices. Experience with ION meter programming, CYME, and ARCFM is an asset.
  • Attributes: Detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills and a commitment to excellence.


Why This Firm?

  • Tuition Reimbursement and Career Planning
  • Extended Health Benefits
  • Intramural teams
  • Office Social Hours
  • Business Casual Environment
  • Quarterly Office Events
  • Office Potlucks
  • Community Involvement Days
  • Quarterly Goal Setting
  • Annual Performance and Salary Reviews


Interested candidates are encouraged to send their resume in word format to this posting or email nav.dosanjh@torustalent.com


Torus and our clients are equal opportunity employers. Due to the time-sensitive nature of this requirement, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted



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