Responsibilities
- Conducting engineering design, review, technical support, and analysis to solve challenges associated with the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of transmission systems and/or other power system related electrical equipment and facilities.
- Providing technical direction, mentorship and training to less experienced engineering staff and technical support staff.
- Providing engineering expertise and advice to clients and stakeholders.
- Coordinating and integrating technical work within a project team, with other departments and/or external service providers.
- Preparing and/or reviewing engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and drawings.
- Applying sound engineering practices and adhering to company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Providing and/or supporting field work, site assessment, design and construction support, and commissioning.
- Supporting the development of technical standards and practices.
- Supporting continuous improvement by identifying gaps and recommending solutions.
Job requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree
Experience
- 3 years to less than 5 years
Specific skills and experience
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligible for registration in British Columbia.
- Electrical engineering design and analysis for electrical power systems, including transmission systems, substations, and other electrical equipment and facilities.
- Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations related to electrical power systems.
- Project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with stakeholders.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address complex technical challenges.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in relevant software tools and applications (e.g., CAD, power system analysis software).
- Knowledge of protection and control systems, SCADA, and telecommunications for power systems.
- Experience with field work, site assessments, construction support, and commissioning.
- Experience in providing technical direction, mentorship, and training to junior staff.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and/or review engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and drawings.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and identification of gaps/solutions.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Large workload
- Tight deadlines
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
- Initiative
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Accurate
- Team player
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Client focus
- Judgement
- Organized
