BC Hydro

Intermediate Engineer 2 - Stations Planning

LocationBurnaby, BC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


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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.


Intermediate Engineer 2 - Stations Planning

Number of positions: 2 Job Location: Edmonds B03


Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

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


Annual salary: $ 87,700.00 - 110,900.00


What you'll do

The Substations Growth and Sustainment Department (SGS) is responsible for planning, managing and sustaining more

than 300 BC Hydro substations, i.e. providing planning and engineering expertise, developing business cases for all new

substations, upgrades, expansions and substation equipment programs, creating strategic plans for the replacement /

refurbishment /maintenance of substation equipment, for all high voltage/medium voltage, transmission and distribution

substations. We currently have a challenging and exciting opportunity for two Intermediate Engineers in the department.

Successful applicant will be offered a position commensurate with their level of experience.

Specific Duties:

Engages in the engineering of electrical utility systems and develops specialized expertise in the planning of transmission/


distribution substations.

Prepare long-term plans of the major and very complex new/existing substations.

Conducts and analyzes technical and economic planning studies related to the expansion of BC Hydro’s electric system,

including determining stations configurations, station capacities, voltage control, comparing system reinforcement

alternatives, and specifying performance requirements for selected system reinforcement.

Investigates, analyzes, and solves a variety of complex and unique engineering problems related to new and existing


stations.

Develops innovative engineering techniques, new approaches and applies existing criteria in novel ways in the planning of

new substations and for new generation and load interconnections.

Specifies major stations’ high voltage electrical equipment like power transformers, circuit breakers, shunt and series


reactors/ capacitors etc.

Develops asset plans relating to maintenance and replacement of major equipment.

Contributes to the overall development and implementation of Asset Management strategies and policies.
Conducts load and generation interconnection system impact studies and writes reports.
Imparts engineering knowledge and encourages the professional development of junior engineers. Develops and

maintains effective professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish department’s objectives.

Manages multiple projects, initiates studies, develops business cases, assesses priorities and risks, monitors work to

ensure it meets applicable engineering standards and business requirements.

Collaborates with Transmission and Distribution Planning, Engineering, Field Operations, Project Delivery and

Transmission and Distribution system Operations to develop optimized plans, implement the substations projects and

support the system operation.

Makes contribution to the yearly capital plan process, Integrated Resource Plans and Revenue Requirements Application.


What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by Canadian Universities. A Master’s degree or higher in a


relevant field is an asset.

Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a relevant field ideally in an electricity utility. Applicants who do not meet the

full qualifications or those with lesser work experience may be considered for a lower level position.

Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC


(EGBC).

Some experience in planning and/or design of high voltage substations.

Some experience in operation and maintenance would be an added asset.
Some technical knowledge in planning of electric utility power systems up to 500 kV.
Some knowledge of major substation equipment, such as power transformers, circuit breakers, shunt reactors/capacitors

instrument transformers and their specifications and applications are desirable.

Knowledge of relevant CSA, IEC and IEEE standards applied to equipment specification and application guides.
Well-developed verbal and written communication, presentation and leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Experience with Asset Management (ISO 55000) policies, strategies, and standards, for asset planning is a benefit.
Knowledge of transmission system analysis is an asset.


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.


What else you should know

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

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


position.

Please note we have two vacancies within the department.

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role

requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. 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.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

Date Posted: 2025-07-02 Closing Date: 2025-07-17


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