Fortis BC

Engineering Co-op, Distribution Lines

LocationKelowna, BC

About This Job


Branch: Electric


Affiliation: Management & Exempt


Employment Status: Co-op Student


Salary Min: $24.76 Hourly


Salary Max: $29.13 Hourly


Short-term Incentive Eligible: No


Workplace Flexibility: No


Temp Duration: 8 months


Posting End Date: Open until filled


As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.


We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.


Position Overview

The assignment will provide opportunities for engagement with engineers, managers, designers, field crews, and others in different departments in the organization, and provide an understanding of design applications and tools within the operating and engineering groups at FortisBC.


In this role, you will:

Work with the Distribution Design Group and be involved in the design and drafting of different Distribution Overhead and Underground Lines

Perform multiple site visits when working with Distribution Design Group and field crews
Provide technical support and work with the Distribution Design & Operations group
Analyze and evaluate new utility products, practices and design procedures
Create models in order to simulate the distribution system and allocate loads given from a load forecast
Model the distribution system using a power simulation software for large customers and operational inquiries
What it takes:

Electrical Engineering Student - Third or Fourth year preferred

Valid driver’s license and current abstract
Other Qualifications

Interested in learning about the Electrical Utility Industry

Competent public speaker
Competence in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Experience or knowledge with AutoCAD and/or database management systems is preferred, but not required
Additional Information

This is an 8 month co-op term starting September 2025


FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.


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