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Develop safe engineering solutions by using initiative and judgement to perform tasks including developing designs, analyzing and resolving problems, and interpreting engineering specifications on medium complexity and scope assignments for BC Hydro projects and operations
Assist project or operations management to meet safety, cost, quality, and time objectives by proposing changes in plans and estimated costs, recommending payment for work completed by contractors, preparing progress reports, coordinating work schedules and other similar tasks
Resolve highly technical and unusual design and field engineering problems by conducting independent studies and analysis
Participate in BC Hydro’s engineering practice by conducting independent studies and analysis, contributing to the development of technical standards
Support the creation and revision of engineering drawings used in the creation of Distribution Engineering Standards
Use a variety of computer-aided drafting (CAD) applications to depict work in two and three dimensions drawings
Liaise and work with Distribution Standards Engineers for accurate creation/revision of graphical representation of Distribution equipment and structures (Overhead - and Underground)
Create Standards pages for review and acceptance by Standards Engineering
Create and update Metering One-Line drawings for large customer revenue metering projects
Prepare drafting work for tendering to vendors
Develop and maintain standards
Equipment evaluation and approval
Provide technical expertise
Investigate and resolve engineering challenges
Stakeholder engagement
Support modernization initiatives
Build professional relationships
Work with independence
Requirements
A minimum eight (8) years of experience in a relevant engineering field or equivalent
Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers & Geoscientists BC or with another jurisdiction and eligible for registration as such with Engineers & Geoscientists BC
Intermediate English skills for professional environment, written and spoken
Familiarity with CAD systems and drawing standards
Ability to use standard industry design/analysis software
Intermediate MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Experience doing computer aided Standards drafting for a utility or a similar industry
A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a recognized or accredited university
Demonstrate experience in overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems operating at voltages up to 35 kV
Have strong verbal and written communication skills
Exhibit proven leadership, teamwork, relationship management, and interpersonal abilities
Demonstrate excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Apply practical knowledge and sound judgment to effectively analyze and resolve issues
Nice to have
BC Hydro Distribution experience, preferred
Strong background and/or experience in 3D modelling, preferred
Relevant experience in any of the following team specific areas is an asset: Systems, Automation, and Protection