Transmission Engineers; Lines​/Stations​/P&C, Transmission Estimating, Project Engineering

Position: Transmission Engineers (Lines/Stations/P&C, Transmission Estimating, Project Engineering)
The North Coast Transmission Projects will help shape the future of British Columbia’s north coast. By delivering clean, reliable power to northern B.C., it will unleash major economic opportunities, support growth in key industries, and attract billions in private investment in our economy. It will enable development in mining, critical minerals, LNG, manufacturing, and technology – sectors essential to diversifying B.C.’s economy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Recognized by provincial and national leaders as critical infrastructure for Canada’s future, the project is being advanced in partnership with First Nations and the Province of B.C.. Joining our engineering teams to work on projects like North Coast Transmission means contributing to transformative initiatives and projects that will power B.C.’s next wave of industrial development and strengthen communities across the province and country.

To deliver this work, we are looking for multiple experienced engineers at Senior and Specialist levels who are ready to take their expertise to a new level.

In return, you get rare stability and a real sense of purpose: a guaranteed lifetime defined‑benefit pension, flexible and comprehensive benefits with dedicated mental‑health coverage, strong work‑life balance, and long‑term job security. You’ll have opportunities to keep learning, spend time in the field and on site, and build a career where your work genuinely matters.

You’ll also be part of an inclusive community that values ownership and belonging, paired with the lifestyle advantages of the Vancouver region—mild winters, mountains, water, lakes, and rivers all close to home.

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What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering/Science, or a closely related discipline from recognized post‑secondary institutions. Advanced academic qualifications are considered an asset.

Registration, or demonstrated progress toward registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Equivalent professional registration with other Canadian or international jurisdictions will also be considered.

Relevant engineering experience in electric power utility environment. Typically, 8+ years for Senior Engineer roles and 12+ years for Specialist Engineer roles. Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered for junior roles, subject to vacancies.

What we offer

A comprehensive benefits package in one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and a Canada’s Best Diversity Employer. See also

15 paid vacation days to start (growing to 30 over time), the option to purchase up to 20 additional days annually using your 8% benefit credit, plus 13 paid statutory holidays each year.

A secure future with a guaranteed lifetime defined‑benefit pension, indexed for cost‑of‑living, a retiree benefits package after 10 years of service, and the option to supplement your savings through a Group RRSP.

Work, life, and wellness support, generous maternity and parental/adoption leave with EI top‑ups to 85% of earnings, access to health and wellness programs, and optional self‑funded sabbatical or unpaid leave options to support different life stages.

Flexible work model, role‑based flexibility ranging from field‑based and office‑resident roles to hybrid and remote options, with hybrid and remote employees always welcome to work full‑time from the office if they prefer.

The salary range for each successful candidate will depend on the level the individual is assessed at. Salary would be determined based on years of experience, quality of experience, education and internal equity. Specialist Engineer $127,900 - $161,800;
Senior Engineer $107,010 - $135,330.

* Please note:

we have up to 40 opportunities at various levels of seniority.

Responsibilities

Provide enterprise-level technical leadership for the design and governance of 69 kV to 500 kV overhead…