Website BC HYDRO
Source: BC Hydro
Job Title: Engineer 1 (EIT) – Transmission Stations Design
Job Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Annual Salary: $ 74,300.00 – 93,900.00
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
The Transmission Stations Engineering Division provides engineering services and expertise related to the design of electric utility substations. We provide engineering design for substation projects, including civil, electrical, fire protection, mechanical, and structural. The Division is also responsible for the specification, evaluation, and acquisition of major electrical equipment and construction support service. We provide engineering studies, standards, specifications, design solutions, construction documentation, and engineering oversight of work done by engineering service partners. We also provide technical support during procurement, construction, testing and commissioning.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Engineer 1 (EIT) in the Transmission Stations’ Electrical Design team. This role requires demonstrated experience as an electrical engineer with the design of transmission utility substations with operating voltages from 12kV to 500kV and experience working with utility design solutions in an electric utility environment.
As a Engineer 1 (EIT), engages in the engineering of electrical utility electrical systems and develops specialized expertise in design engineering.
Analyze and resolve engineering problems with considerable independence.
Manage small to medium sized projects and work packages, write specifications and standards, estimate capital costs, lead and mentor technical staff, and provide technical and site support during the installation and commissioning of electrical equipment.
Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external colleagues in order to determine relative priorities, assess the impact of work on others and resolve issues of concern.
Qualifications:
A degree in Electrical Engineering (preferably power engineering) recognized by Canadian universities.
Registered, or eligible for registration, as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Applicants with registration in other jurisdictions will be considered.
Strong ability to communicate efficiently including verbal and technical writing in the English language, analytical, interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The following would be considered assets:
Technical knowledge in electrical design of transmission utility substations with operating voltages from 12kV to 500kV.
Technical knowledge in general layout, grounding, lightning, lighting, power cables and station service power supply system design.
Technical knowledge in major electrical equipment such as transformers, capacitors, reactors, disconnect switches and circuit breakers, FACTS devices such as SVC and STATCOM, and energy storage technologies such as BESS and Hydrogen.
Technical knowledge in the electrical, mechanical, civil, P&C and operating requirements of components used to build such systems.
Knowledge in power system planning, system operation, protection & control engineering, and project management.
Ability to investigate, analyze and solve a variety of engineering problems.
Ability to provide technical directions to junior engineers; to manage design tasks including scope, schedule and cost.
Ability to manage client relationships to ensure their needs are met and to work closely with stakeholders to drive innovation, find engineering solutions that add value and to reach consensus.
Experience in project management including estimating, cost control and project administration.
Demonstrated effectiveness in work leadership and providing technical direction to Engineers in Training and technical support is an asset.
Experience with substations, BC Hydro standards, and other electrical standards including both national (CSA, ULC) and international (IEEE, IEC, etc.) is an asset.
Experience with design software for grounding studies, lightning studies, and bus design is an asset.
Experience with outdoor construction and assembly of steel work is an asset.
CAD skills, particularly with 3-D modeling, using Autodesk products such as AutoCAD, Inventor and Vault is an asset.
Interest and ability to learn and develop technical expertise through on the job training and development.
WHAT WE OFFER
A comprehensive benefits package
A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
A lifetime pension
Flexible work model, depending on your role type
Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a Full Time Regular Position.
This is a hybrid position, however the successful candidate will be required to work from the office minimum for a prespecified number of days, details to be discussed in the recruitment process.
Will be required to occasionally travel to different areas of the province.
A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver’s License: In good standing.
Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirements specified in the updated M&P TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.
Don’t forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by September 22, 2026.
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Flexible work model role definitions
IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week