Specialist Engineer - Distribution Engineering (Structural)

Job Location: Burnaby, BC

Employment type: Permanent

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)

Annual Salary: $ 127,900.00 - 161,800.00

No. of positions: 1

Closing date: May 19, 2025

About the job:

The Distribution Engineering Division is responsible for engineering work on BC Hydro’s Distribution system, to contribute to the safe and reliable operation of BC Hydro’s electric system while meeting the requirements of system planners, regulators, customers, and other stakeholders. The key activities provided by Distribution Engineering include engineering distribution system projects and programs to improve system performance and provide safe reliable interconnection to BC Hydro distribution connected customers (load and generators), acting as the owner’s engineer for externally engineered distribution system projects and programs to ensure consistent delivery of work to BC Hydro requirements, and providing expert technical services to internal partners for the safe reliable operation of the distribution system. Distribution Engineering has an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Engineer on the Programs team. This role will lead structural technical expertise in distribution system asset solutions.

What you’ll do

What you bring

At least 10 years progressive and comprehensive engineering experience in the distribution utility business particularly in the design, engineering and maintenance of distribution lines at or below 35kV, including design standards, emergency response, technical report writing, and the ability to undertake technical design reviews. Must have extensive experience in the analysis and detailed design of concrete, steel, and wood. Must be familiar with shoring techniques and application and design of temporary support of structures.

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

• The successful candidate will be required to travel to sites and locations within BC, including remote locations and sometimes outside of the province/country.

• Candidate must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions and walk in highly variable terrain.

• Must be willing to travel for work by motor vehicle, boat, and airplane. Work may include multi-day overnight stays on occasion.

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, BC, Canada V3N 4X8

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click ‘Apply’

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On the BC Hydro Careers site, click on the Apply button in order to complete the steps to apply for this job. Please be sure to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and include copies of your certifications, if applicable.