Junior Protection & Controls Designer

GFT is seeking an Junior Protection and Control Designer to fill a position within our Power Team in Mississauga or Toronto. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Mississauga or Toronto office.

GFT’s Power Corporate Business Group 

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.  

What you’ll be challenged to do:

The growth and diversification of the Power Business Line is a top initiative, on both a regional and national scale. Our projects involve the design of high voltage infrastructure to support the upgrading and expansion of the electrical grid, design of wind generation sites, Solar (photovoltaic generation) sites, and battery storage facilities.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Under supervision of senior engineers, develop Substation Protection & Controls drawings including, Oneline, AC Schematics, DC Schematics & wirings.
• Learn & Perform AC/DC study for Substations under the supervision and mentorship of Senior engineers.
• Under supervision of senior engineers, design Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, SCADA and Communications Systems & Relay Panel Layouts for new and existing substations.
• Prepare Tripping table, following client’s guidelines
• Prepare Cable Schedule/List based on P&C design.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for collecting input required for P&C design.
• Learn and perform basic engineering calculations related to engineering deliverables on projects
• Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to perform the more complex design assignments requiring application of standard design principles and practices
• Use standard CAD tools to create drawings and related deliverables
• Prepare and study technical specifications of electrical systems, to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements
• Travel to job sites for job assessment and data gathering as needed. Return to the office with sufficient field notes to complete project design.

• University Degree in relevant field of study. 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Employment Status: Full-Time

Sponsorship for Canadian Work authorization is not available for this position.

No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.

Local candidates will be given preference.

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