BC Hydro

Senior Engineer (Quality Assurance)

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.




Senior Engineer (Quality Assurance)


Number of positions: 1 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: $ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00


What you'll do


The Quality and Geomatics Division has a great opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join the Quality Assurance team,

headquartered at the Edmonds office in Burnaby. We’re looking for an experienced engineer with knowledge of medium

and/or high voltage electrical equipment (12 kV – 550 kV). Your role will be to lead the development of risk-based quality

surveillance strategies for electrical equipment, coordinate project quality requirements, and perform supplier evaluation

activities such as factory acceptance test witnessing and production inspections.


This role is suited for someone who enjoys having tremendous variety in their work. Team members are responsible for

strategizing, planning, and managing supplier quality for distribution, transmission, and generation assets, capital projects,

and engineered stock materials. Team members work closely with business partners in Distribution Standards, Stations

Equipment, Category Management, and Capital Project Delivery to assess supplier capabilities and define and execute


surveillance strategies for engineered electrical equipment.



In this role, you will:


Design risk-based quality surveillance strategies for Transmission, Distribution and Generation electrical equipment,


Draw on your technical expertise to review and comment on manufacturer’s test plans.


Witness factory acceptance tests at supplier’s facilities and be able to apply your knowledge of test specifications and


standards to ensure compliance.


Lead the resolution of non-conformities.


Work closely and provide guidance to other engineering teams, supply chain, contract management, construction

management, and suppliers to ensure that purchased material and services meet specification and quality assurance


contractual requirements.


Be a key player in managing supplier relationships, which includes participating in strategic sourcing, defining supplier

evaluation criteria, evaluating proposals, performing supplier evaluations and surveillance activities, and accepting and


monitoring supplier improvement plans.


Craft well-written reports, memos, and requirements documents.


Review work of the team and of 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 and technical staff.


Balance your business sense, communication skills, and technical knowledge to deliver efficient, technically acceptable


solutions when faced with challenges.


Be self-motivated and enjoy working on a variety of concurrent projects.


What you bring

A degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant discipline recognized by Canadian Universities.


Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC


(EGBC).


A minimum of 8 years of work experience in Electrical engineering or other relevant discipline.


Well-developed and highly proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex issues


at an appropriate level for the audience.


Demonstrated technical, time management, listening, and interpersonal skills.


A pro-active approach to problem solving and conflict resolution


Flexible work planning skills to adapt to changing circumstances


Experience coordinating and working with other disciplines.


Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new programs with limited formal training (self-learner).



The following are considered assets:


Experience related to the design, manufacture, test and/or commissioning of medium or high voltage electrical equipment


(12 kV – 550 kV).


Experience with quality processes and practices relating to equipment manufacturing (custom and/or high-volume


production)


Hydroelectric, substation, and/or transmission & distribution line structure and related equipment fabrication and test


experience


Possess and demonstrate a willingness and an ability to expand skills beyond the core discipline


Knowledge of quality assurance audits, tools, and methods


Experience developing and managing supplier surveillance strategies


Experience demonstrating an ability to clearly scope, estimate, and direct the work of quality assurance service providers

and building and sustaining strong working relationships with coworkers and suppliers.


An ability to be adaptable and flexible.


Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, and negotiation skills.


Demonstrated initiative in identifying, pursuing, and championing process improvements and other business initiatives.


An understanding of project management, design, and contract management processes.


Demonstrated record of using initiative and judgement to develop and implement solutions that address both business and


technical needs.


A commitment to ongoing personal development.


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

This posting is for a Full Time Regular position.


Applicants must submit a cover letter with their application.


Applicants must be Professional Engineers registered in British Columbia, or otherwise eligible for immediate registration


A written exam may be used as part of the candidate evaluation process.


Candidates with less fewer than 8 years of experience and/or do not possess the full qualifications may be considered for

a lower position appropriate to their level of experience.


This position requires moderate to frequent travel (~6-8 times/year) to manufacturer facilities that may be located within or


outside of North America


A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License: 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, BC, Canada, V3N 4X8 Date Posted: 2025-05-05 Closing Date: 2025-05-25



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