Sr. Transmission Planning Engineer

Job Location:

Burnaby, BC

Employment type:

Permanent or Temporary

Hours of work:

Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)

(unless otherwise)

Annual Salary:

$ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00

No. of positions:

2

Closing date:

Sept 30, 2025

About the job:

BC Hydro Transmission Asset Planning has a challenging opportunity available within Planning Coordinator & Bulk Transmission Planning team. The selected candidate will join BC Hydro’s Planning Coordinator and Bulk Transmission Planning team as a Transmission Planning Engineer, supporting the development of Near-Term and Long-Term Transmission Plans through a range of power system studies. This includes performing independent analyses such as short circuit calculations, power flow studies, and stability assessments, as well as developing alternative transmission solutions. The role also involves supporting compliance with various Mandatory Reliability Standards, including but not limited to the Planning Coordinator (PC) function under standards such as FAC-002, TPL-001, TPL-007, MOD-032, and

MOD-033.

What you’ll do -

* Independently perform power system studies, including short circuit, power flow, and stability studies.

* Perform various system studies including annual TPL assessments, network integration transmission service studies, and interconnection impact studies.

* Developing system reinforcement alternatives to address the potential system constraints and provide technical leadership to projects.

* Provide technical justifications and support major capital projects CPCN applications.

* Work/coordinate with adjacent utilities on various planning activities including performing inter-utility studies when required and develop coordinated solution while working with the impacted Entities.

* Understanding of various NERC reliability standards and WECC planning criteria is an asset.

* Represent BC Hydro interests in WECC/NERC working groups.

* Develop a Geomagnetic Induced Current (GIC) model for the BC Hydro area and perform GIC/GMD (Geomagnetic Disturbance) studies and collaborate with stakeholders to develop corrective action plans.

* Collect power system disturbance data and validate steady-state and dynamic power system models used in BC Hydro area (MOD-033).

* Contribute to the study methodologies and implementation procedure documents for various MRS standards.

What you bring –

* Bachelor’s Degree or Higher in Electrical Engineering: The degree must be recognized by Canadian universities. Candidates with a strong academic background, such as a Master’s or PhD in Power System major, will be given preference. Expertise in planning and operating transmission systems within a power utility setting is highly valued.

* Minimum of eight (8)+ Years of Experience in Electrical Power System Studies: The candidate should have hands-on experience in various power system studies, including short-circuit calculations, power flows, voltage stability, and dynamic stability simulations. Additional experience in model validation and geomagnetic studies is an asset. The candidates with less working experience in power system studies will be considered at lower level of engineer position.

* Professional Engineer Registration: The candidate should be either registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or be eligible for registration.

* Proficiency in Power System Simulation Tools: Demonstrated skills in using power system simulation tools such as PSS/ E, GE-PSLF, DSATools, or equivalent professional programs (e.g., Power World, ASPEN).

* Solid Understanding of Fundamental Engineering Concepts: Knowledge of engineering principles related to system operations, transmission designs, station designs, and system protections and controls.

* Familiarity with Mandatory Reliability Standards: A strong understanding of Mandatory Reliability Standards, transmission utility business, and regulations.

* Effective Communication and Organizational Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, technical writing abilities, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

* Effective Communication and Organizational Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, technical writing abilities, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

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.

What else you should know –

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.

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.

How to apply –

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

You must use a supported browser, such as Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Safari. Your pop up blocker will also need to be disabled for the BC Hydro Careers site.

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.