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Transmission Equipment Engineers
BC Hydro
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3.9
Burnaby, BC V3N 4X8
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Hybrid work
$109,700–$138,700 a year
Permanent, Full-time
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Job details

$109,700–$138,700 a year
Designated paid holidays, Paid vacation
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid work in 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby, BC V3N 4X8

Full job description

A workplace powered by you

At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need
people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,
inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,
and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a
person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com, as adjustments can be made to
help support you in your application process.

Transmission Equipment Engineers

Number of positions: 10 Job Location: Edmonds 08

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00

Position Highlights
BC Hydro Transmission Stations is anticipating a number of major projects which includes the construction of new Indoor
and Outdoor Substations along with the expansion of existing sites within BC Hydro's Transmission system. Our work
supports sustainable growth and electrification throughout our province.

To deliver this work, we are looking for experienced engineers at Senior and Specialist levels who are ready to take their
expertise to a new level.

In return, you get rare stability and a real sense of purpose: a guaranteed lifetime defined-benefit pension, flexible and
comprehensive benefits with dedicated mental-health coverage, strong work-life balance, and long-term job security. You’ll
have opportunities to keep learning, spend time in the field and on site, and build a career where your work genuinely
matters.

You’ll also be part of an inclusive community that values ownership and belonging, paired with the lifestyle advantages of
the Vancouver region—mild winters, mountains, water, lakes, and rivers all close to home.

  • In your cover letter, please let us know which discipline or role you’re applying for.

  • If you’re a person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com

What you'll do

**Substations Equipment (Electrical)**
  • Provide deep technical expertise in transmission substation equipment for 12 kV to 500 kV applications, including defining
requirements, conceptual designs, and performance criteria for equipment and systems.
  • Lead a technical area for Equipment Engineering (e.g., standards, procurement strategies, regulatory compliance, and
implementation of new technologies and technical solutions).
  • Manage medium to high-complexity projects and work packages by planning resources, developing scopes, writing
specifications and standards, preparing cost estimates, and providing technical and site support through installation and
commissioning.
  • Develop and execute procurement approaches by supporting strategic sourcing, vendor evaluation, negotiation, design
review, factory acceptance, and equipment acceptance.
  • Apply broad working knowledge across electrical, mechanical, civil, and protection & control disciplines to ensure
equipment solutions meet operating requirements and integrate effectively into the overall system.

**Underground Cables (Electrical)**
  • Provide technical leadership in the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of underground transmission cable
systems, including hydraulic systems and assessment of thermo-mechanical behavior.
  • Utilize advanced engineering techniques, computer applications (e.g., ETAP, CDEGS, Cymedist, Comsol, Python), and
innovative approaches to solve complex cable engineering challenges.
  • Manage medium to large projects, develop specifications and standards, prepare estimates, and deliver technical and site
support throughout installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases.
  • Review work to ensure accuracy and compliance, manage client and stakeholder relationships to add value and drive
consensus, and may serve as Owner’s Engineer Lead to coordinate internal review of third-party engineering work.

**Substations Mechanical (Mechanical)**
  • Lead multiple technical areas for BC Hydro Substation and Telecom mechanical systems including: Diesel generators for
standby and prime power sites - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems for Telecom buildings - Fire
suppression systems.
  • Provide technical and site support during factory testing, construction, installation and commissioning of mechanical
systems at substation and telecom sites.
  • Analyze and resolve a variety of challenging and unusual engineering problems with considerable independence
  • Ability to use a variety of CAD tools including 2D and 3D modelling with AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit and Vault.
  • Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards such as BC Building Code, BC Fire Code, NFPA
standards, etc.

**Project Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, others)**
  • Manage the engineering component (scope, schedule, and cost) of large, complex transmission and substation projects,
identifying and mitigating technical risks and system integration issues.
  • Act as the lead Owner’s Engineer to coordinate and lead the internal review and acceptance of engineering work by third
parties.
  • Establish design strategies, review plans, and resource requirements, working with functional managers to assemble and
guide engineering teams through the project lifecycle
  • Coordinate the development of technical specifications and drawings, and ensure technical support is provided during
manufacturing, construction, and commissioning phases for timely issue resolution.
  • Provide leadership by coaching project team members to resolve complex issues and presenting technical
recommendations to senior management and executives.

What you bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical 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.

  • Roles based at BC Hydro's Edmonds campus in Burnaby, BC in a 'hybrid' role, requiring in office work 2 to 3 days/ week.

Note: While the closing date is listed as the 30th of each month, this posting will remain open. Shortlisted candidates may
be contacted earlier than this date.

  • 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

Date Posted: 2026-10-14 Closing Date: 2026-11-03

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