vaults and cable duct banks, seismic analysis and design of substation structures.
- Conduct civil design, analysis and detailing for substation site development including activities such as: site preparation.
- Station access road alignment and profiles, site drainage, culverts, and ditches, oil spill catchment and containment
systems.
- Lead a technical area for the Division, such as seismic design requirements, engineering standards development,
estimating practices, and use of advanced design tools.
- Use industry-standard structural analysis tools (e.g., SAP2000, S-Frame) and perform manual calculations to validate
designs; experience with Inventor, Revit, Civil3D, and other 3D design tools is an asset.
** Transmission Lines Design (Electrical)**
- Provide technical leadership in the electrical design of high-voltage transmission lines (60 kV to 500 kV), with a strong
focus on advanced studies and safety-critical engineering.
- Perform and govern complex electrical studies including grounding system design, step and touch potential analysis, AC
interference with pipelines and railways, lightning protection, electrical safety assessments, and EMF evaluations.
- Utilize advanced engineering techniques, computer applications (e.g., CDEGS, WinIGS, EMPTP-RV), and innovative
approaches to solve complex cable engineering challenges.
- In-depth knowledge of AC interference analysis and applicable standards and computer applications. Strong familiarity
with national and international standards, such as IEEE 80/81, CSA C22.3.
- Provide technical and site support through installation, commissioning, maintenance, and resolution of field issues to
ensure safe, constructible outcomes.
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline from
recognized post-secondary institutions. Advanced academic qualifications are considered an asset.
- Registration, or demonstrated progress toward registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or EIT with Engineers and
Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Equivalent professional registration with other Canadian or international jurisdictions will also be
considered.
- Relevant engineering experience in electric power utility environment. Typically, 8+ years for Senior Engineer roles and 12
+ years for Specialist Engineer roles. Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered for junior roles, subject to
vacancies.
- See “General qualifications and responsibilities” section for additional requirements.
- Hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing, with the ability to travel for site visits and field assignments as
required.
What we offer
- A comprehensive benefits package in one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and a Canada’s Best Diversity Employer. See
also bchydro.com/benefits.
- 15 paid vacation days to start (growing to 30 over time), the option to purchase up to 20 additional days annually using
your 8% benefit credit, plus 13 paid statutory holidays each year.
- A secure future with a guaranteed lifetime defined-benefit pension, indexed for cost-of-living, a retiree benefits package
after 10 years of service, and the option to supplement your savings through a Group RRSP.
- Work, life, and wellness support, generous maternity and parental/adoption leave with EI top-ups to 85% of earnings,
access to health and wellness programs, and optional self-funded sabbatical or unpaid leave options to support different life
stages.
- Flexible work model, role-based flexibility ranging from field-based and office-resident roles to hybrid and remote options,
with hybrid and remote employees always welcome to work full-time from the office if they prefer.
- The salary range for each successful candidate will depend on the level the individual is assessed at. Salary would be
determined based on years of experience, quality of experience, education and internal equity. Specialist Engineer
$131,100 - $165,800; Senior Engineer $109,700 - $138,700.
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
Driver's License Type = Class 5
Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be
required as a pre-condition to employment.
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What else you should know
- Applicants will be assessed based on: educational qualifications, standing with EGBC, experience (years, relevancy and
quality), as well as their core competencies.
- Internationally trained engineers may be considered if eligible for EGBC registration.
- LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) may be considered for applicants who are eligible for either their P.Eng or EIT
registration with EGBC.
