Sr. Electrical Engineer - Transmission

Source: BC Hydro

Job Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Annual Salary: $107,000.00 - 135,300.00

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Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.

Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.

We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we build an even cleaner B.C.

JOB DESCRIPTION

BC Hydro is embarking on an exciting and transformative infrastructure project with the development of the new 500 kV North Coast Transmission Lines that will strengthen grid reliability and deliver more clean energy to support the region’s growth. The project includes building new high-voltage lines and upgrading existing ones to increase capacity and support growing electricity needs in the region. This major investment will deliver clean, reliable power to communities and industries, enabling sustainable economic growth. We’re looking for three (3) experienced professionals to join our Transmission Electrical Design team in a senior role. As part of the Transmission Design Team, you will help plan, design, and deliver this significant infrastructure project

Duties:

* Conduct electrical studies related to the design of high voltage transmission lines including, but not limited to, grounding system design, step and touch potentials calculations, AC interference with pipelines/railways, lightning protection, electrical safety, and EMF analysis.

* Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary engineering team to design transmission lines rated at 60 kV to 500 kV. * Manage medium and large-sized projects and work packages, write technical specifications and standards, and prepare estimates.

* Prepare, review, and sign the study reports and drawings.

* Provide technical and site support during the installation, commissioning and maintenance phases. * Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external colleagues to determine relative priorities, assess the impact of work on others and resolve issues of concern.

* Review the work of the consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy, achievement of required results, and adherence to accepted engineering practice.

* Impart engineering knowledge and encourage the professional development of engineers as well as coaching and mentoring of junior staff is a key responsibility in this role

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's or higher academic degree in Electrical engineering recognized by Canadian Universities.

* Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C (EGBC).

* A minimum of 8 years (Senior Engineer) experience with a minimum of 2 years in transmission line design experience in the electric utility industry. Candidates with fewer qualifications and/or experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for a lower level position.

* A commitment to ongoing personal development and participation in professional societies.

* Excellent leadership, communications, technical writing, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

* Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams, preferably as the lead engineer or project engineer coordinating resources and managing relationships.

Preference will be given to candidates who have some experience and knowledge of one or more of the following:

* Experience with applicable computer applications such as SES-CDEGS and EMTP-RV.

* Experience in electrical studies related to the design of grounding systems, lightning protection, insulation coordination, electromagnetic fields (EMFs), or AC interference.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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.

What else you should know

* This posting is for three (3) Full Time Regular positions.

* Applicants who do not meet the full qualifications or those with lesser work experience may be considered for a lower level position.

* Previous experience in transmission engineering is an asset.

* A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License: In good standing

* A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following: EGBC: Engineers & GeoScientists BC = In Good Standing

* 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.

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.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html  by February 8, 2026

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We're always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Our values guide our work. Want to join us?

We are safe.

We are here for our customers.

We are one team.

We include everyone.

We act with integrity and respect.

We are forward thinking.

BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.

We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a disability, please contact us at Recruitmenthelp@BCHydro.com

Flexible work model role definitions

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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.

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