Candidate to the engineering profession (CEP), Transmission and Distribution Lines

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

To support the growth of our business line for overhead transmission and distribution lines, we're looking for a CEP who’s motivated to learn, push their limits and grow in an extremely technically rich environment.

You'll join an experienced team with members located across Canada, mainly in Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Montréal, Toronto and Calgary. Made up of engineers and technicians ranging from junior to expert, the team works on a variety of projects that span the entire facility life cycle, from preliminary studies to commissioning.

Our work is fuelled by the energy transition, asset modernization and the delivery of exciting mandates at the local, national and international levels.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

- Design steel, wood and composite structures and foundations for transmission and distribution lines, and carry out detailed engineering

- Model and analyze overhead lines, cables, structures and terrain using PLS-CADD, with support from subject matter experts

- Perform electrical calculations and studies, with guidance from technical mentors

- Prepare studies, reports, cost estimates, plans and specifications

- Find solutions to technical problems that require rigour and in-depth analysis

- Coordinate multiple projects with support from experienced managers

- Participate in innovation projects to improve efficiency and collective expertise

- Visit sites occasionally for inspections, data collection or monitoring, always with proper supervision

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

- Results-driven

- Thirst to learn and excel

- Willingness to work together while having fun

- Rigour and ethical

- Ability to share and pass on knowledge

- Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary of certifications and job requirements

- Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical engineering; the field of overhead lines is multidisciplinary, making it a great fit for people with broad interests

- Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec

- Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects

- Asset: specialization in structures, foundations or power (electrical) engineering

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

- Annual premium program for all regular employees

- Onsite mobility premium

- Time bank

- Cellphone fee reimbursements

- Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program

- Retirement savings plan

- Annual vacation and sick leave

- Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including the region, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills

At BBA, you get many benefits

- A vibrant social club with something for everyone

- Access to many experts and coaching

- A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge

- A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home

- A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.