Project Engineer Specialist - Transmission Engineering (Multiple Disciplines)

About the job: This position is for a Project Engineer Specialist within the Transmission Project Engineering Division. BC Hydro is expanding and upgrading our power system to support BC’s growing demand for clean energy. In this role, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams working on exciting and impactful projects across BC Hydro’s transmission system. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys working on a wide variety of projects, each with its own unique scope, assets, stakeholders, risks and technical aspects. While the work is based out of Burnaby, you’ll get to travel to BC Hydro’s facilities located throughout British Columbia and may occasionally travel to other parts of North America and internationally. Multiple positions are available within the various teams in the Transmission Project Engineering Division. What you’ll do: * You'll plan and manage the engineering component (Scope, Schedule, and Cost) of large capital projects which typically have a considerable profile, technical complexity, and risk. Projects may include work being designed entirely within BC Hydro, entirely outside of BC Hydro, or a combination thereof. Typical projects include new or upgrades to existing transmission substations and lines and associated protection, controls, and communication systems. * You'll establish design and review plans, strategies, schedules, and resource requirements for the engineering work on your projects, and work with functional managers to establish project teams. You'll coordinate and oversee the development of reports, technical specifications and drawings and may manage engineering consultant's contracts. You work with other teams within and outside of BC Hydro to ensure technical support is provided during manufacturing, construction, and commissioning, and that technical issues are resolved. * You may perform the Owner's Engineer Lead role on projects where some or all engineering work is done by a third party such as an outside consultant or equipment vendor. As an Owner's Engineer Lead, you will coordinate and lead the internal review and acceptance of work designed by a third party. * Understanding the business in which we operate is key for this role. As such, you'll maintain collaborative relationships across the organization and use your understanding of business requirements and processes to lead the engineering work. You will make or review recommendations on complex project matters. This may include presenting to senior management and the executive. * You will coach members of your project teams to help resolve issues. You will mentor and coach others, either within the department or in other groups. What you bring: * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred; other disciplines may be considered in conjunction with relevant experience on complex large infrastructure projects. * Eligibility for immediate registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (EGBC). * A minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, preferably including design of transmission stations/lines projects. Engineering experience through the total project life cycle, from conceptual design through to testing and commissioning is considered an asset. Candidates with less experience may be considered at a corresponding position level. * A minimum of 4 years leading and coordinating multi-discipline design on medium to large projects, preferably on projects similar in nature to BC Hydro in terms of size, complexity, and stakeholders. Candidates with less experience may be considered at a corresponding position level. * Ability to understand the impact of the project on the transmission system and operations, and to understand the interactions and priorities required to deliver multi-discipline projects. * Excellent leadership, communication and influencing skills. * Good understanding of Project Management processes. Strong knowledge of BC Hydro’s project delivery processes and design practice is an asset. * Experience managing Owner’s reviews of multi-discipline engineering work being completed externally is an asset. * Site experience on large construction projects such as hydroelectric generation stations, transmission substations, or transmission lines is an asset. * A valid Class 5 Driver’s license. 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: * This posting is for 5 Full Time Regular positions, additional positions may be added. * Occasional travel across BC is required. * A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License: In good standing. * A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following: Engineers & Geoscientists BC (EGBC)= In Good Standing * Internationally trained engineers may be considered if eligible for EGBC registration. * The positions are based at BC Hydro's Edmonds campus in Burnaby, BC in a 'hybrid' role, requiring in-office work a minimum of 3 days/week. * 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. 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, British Columbia, 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’ 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.

Lead multidisciplinary teams in planning and managing the engineering scope, schedule, and cost of large capital transmission projects. Coordinate technical specifications and drawings while overseeing internal reviews and third-party engineering consultants.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) and eligibility for P.Eng registration with EGBC. Candidates need at least 10 years of engineering experience and 4 years of leadership experience on medium to large projects.

• Comprehensive benefits package • Paid vacation days • Lifetime pension • Flexible work model • Training and development courses

• Gestion de projetSouhaitée
• LeadershipSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Project Management
• Transmission Engineering
• Leadership
• Multi-discipline Design Coordination
• Technical Specification Development
• Contract Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Owner's Engineer Lead
• Communication
• Influencing Skills
• Mentoring
• Coaching
• Budgeting
• Scheduling

• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Construction

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

11 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

3 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Not Applicable