Senior Substation Design Engineer
Spark Power
Company Overview
Spark Power Corp.
Oakville, ON, Canada
2009
Approximately 1,300 employees and revenue of CA$285.1 million in 2023 (source: stockopedia.com).
What They Do
Spark Power has transitioned from its initial focus on renewable energy solutions to a broader spectrum of integrated electrical power services. Currently, the company specializes in low, medium, and high voltage contracting, operations and maintenance (O&M), power systems engineering, asset management, and energy management. Their sustainability solutions, including offerings from Bullfrog Power, represent about 10% of their business. Spark Power's diverse product and service portfolio includes technical services for over 400 MW of renewable energy projects, power equipment manufacturing, and advisory services for asset and energy management, managing approximately $3.7 billion in assets under management (AUM) (source: electricalindustry.ca).
Projects & Track Record
Spark Power has successfully completed several notable projects, including the Sunny Shores solar project, which spans 14 MW across 100 acres and was sold to Oakville Hydro in 2014. The company has also been involved in early IESO/OPA-contracted small renewable assets and has established itself as a leading independent O&M provider for over 400 MW of renewable energy projects in Ontario. Their client base includes top revenue generators and major utilities, with partnerships that enhance their operational capabilities and market reach (source: sparkpowercorp.com).
Recent Developments
In recent years, Spark Power has announced significant developments, including their Q4 2023 earnings report, which highlighted a revenue of CA$285.1 million. The company has also shown strong operational momentum, particularly in Q3 2022, and has implemented a new direction for its U.S. operations, focusing on a field-oriented model across various states. Noteworthy milestones include the groundbreaking of their new Oakville head office in September 2020, attended by Minister Monte McNaughton, and recognition as finalists for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2017 (source: sparkpowercorp.com).
Working There
Spark Power employs a diverse range of professionals, including skilled tradespeople, engineers, automation experts, project managers, and revenue accounting specialists. The company has a strong presence in Ontario, with approximately 45% of its workforce based there, and continues to expand its operations in the U.S. Hiring occurs across various locations, including their Oakville headquarters and new branches in the U.S. The company culture emphasizes innovation, safety, and community engagement, fostering an inclusive work environment that supports rapid branch growth and operational excellence (source: sparkpowercorp.com).
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Job Description
Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a Senior Substation Design Engineer to join our Alberta team. Spark Power provides a wide range of services to clients, including power system field services, engineering services, maintenance planning, project management, automation services, mechanical engineering support services, training services, and thermographic scanning.
What will do you as the Senior Substation Design Engineer?
- Leading a project team of engineers, designers and drafters in the design of electrical substations up to 500Kv.
- Participate in the preparation of project scope, proposals and cost estimates.
- Write electrical equipment specifications, data sheets, material requisitions and Bill of Materials. Assist in procurement of equipment.
- Review shop drawings and Factory Acceptance Test reports.
- Participate in client design and constructability review meetings.
- Perform grounding studies on software programs such as ETAP and CDEGS.
- Perform Lightening studies.
- Create Single Line Drawings, substation layout and elevation drawings, grounding details and station services drawings.
- Review drawings, specifications and calculations done by junior engineers
Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks
- Diverse customer base-including: industrial, commercial and institutional
- Competitive wages and commission, and bonus structure
- Excellent benefits package with flexible options and wellness spending accounts
- RRSP
- Hands-on and supportive leadership team
- Continuous training and skills improvement including Spark U and external training
- Employee referral bonus program
- Corporate discounts (hotels, travel, insurance, retail..)
- Tool Allowance
- ...much more
Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for
- Electrical Engineering Degree
- P.Eng designation with an accredited engineering professional association
- Member of APEGA is preferred
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (a copy of a valid work permit may be required)
- Willingness to work overtime
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol test
- Clearance on a security background check (criminal record check)
- Clean driving record
- A good understanding and knowledge of substation design standards and best industry practices to ensure high quality design
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About the role
March 12, 2026
Full time
Company
- Calgary, Canada
Senior level
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