Senior Engineer - Transmission Stations Engineering

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Senior Engineer - Transmission Stations Engineering

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Edmonds 06

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 Transmission Stations Division is preparing for several major projects, including the construction of new indoor and

outdoor substations and the expansion of existing sites across BC Hydro’s transmission system. Our work supports

sustainable growth and electrification throughout our province. We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing

in major electrical equipment to support capital projects through specification, acquisition, and installation of substation

apparatus. A senior engineer takes on a leadership role in the following activities and is expected to mentor and direct less

experienced engineers:

Specific Duties:

- Specify requirements and performance criteria for substation equipment such as: power transformers, instrument

transformers, capacitor banks, STATCOM and other FACTS equipment, power cables, switchgear, circuit breakers, Gas

Insulated Switchgear, disconnect switches, etc.

- Develop procurement strategies, participate in strategic sourcing, vendor analysis and negotiation.

- Review and approve equipment drawings, conduct design reviews, and accept factory and field testing.

- Provide Professional of Record assurance for safe energization during commissioning.

- Initiate studies, assess priorities and risks to ensure equipment meets industry standards and business requirements.

- Serve as BC Hydro's "Owner's Engineer" by reviewing the work of external service providers for compliance to internal

Engineering Standards, Design Codes, and engineering best practices.

- Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry trends.

- Build effective relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and suppliers.

- Provide coaching, mentoring and leadership to junior staff.

What you bring

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications and attributes:

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by Canadian Universities.

- Must be registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a P. Eng with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (EGBC).

- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a relevant field, including experience in North American electric utilities, industrial,

or manufacturing environments.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Proven leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.

- Self-starter with initiative and sound judgment.

The following would be an asset:

- Specialized knowledge of electrical power equipment (12kV to 500kV), including design, manufacturing, testing,

maintenance and/or operations experience.

- Related experience in equipment procurement, power system planning, or protection and control design.

- Active participation in professional societies (e.g. IEEE, IEC, CSA, CIGRE)

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 role is a Hybrid office/work-from-home work model.

- Occasional travel to remote work sites and supplier facilities may be required.

- A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver's License: Class 5 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.

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.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 5R3

Date Posted: 2025-09-16 Closing Date: 2025-10-13

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