Role:

Engineer E3 – Electrical Transmission Lines Contract Duration:

12 months Location:

Edmonds, BC (Hybrid) Max T4:

$68.43/ Max INC:

$82.80/

Role Overview The Engineer E3 is a fully qualified and accredited engineering professional responsible for delivering engineering design, estimating, planning, and quality management services on low to medium complexity projects. The role ensures all work is completed safely, with quality, on time, and within budget, while adhering to BC Hydro’s engineering standards and practices. This position focuses on electrical transmission line design (overhead and underground) within a utility environment, supporting projects across the full lifecycle from conceptual design through to testing and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Develop safe and effective engineering solutions using sound judgment and initiative for design, analysis, and problem-solving on assigned projects

Interpret engineering specifications and standards to produce accurate and compliant designs

Support project and operations teams in meeting safety, cost, quality, and schedule objectives

Prepare estimates, progress reports, and recommend contractor payments

Coordinate work schedules and contribute to overall project planning and execution

Conduct independent engineering studies, analysis, and evaluations to support decision-making

Perform field reviews and on-site construction quality control to ensure design compliance

Engage senior engineering resources when addressing complex or non-standard problems

Prepare complete design work packages including scope, duration, and level of effort estimates





Produce signed and sealed engineering deliverables as Professional of Record (PoR)

Provide technical guidance and review of designs prepared by others

Manage design tasks including scope, cost, and schedule

Transmission Line Engineering Responsibilities

Design overhead transmission lines and underground cable systems for voltages ranging from 60kV to 500kV

Prepare engineering documentation including reports, specifications, calculations, and test plans in accordance with BC Hydro standards

Perform engineering calculations such as:

Electrical clearances

EMF and electrostatic field analysis

Induction and interference studies

Transient overvoltages and switching studies

Ampacity calculations

Lightning protection and grounding design

Soil resistivity and arcing studies

Develop designs and specifications for transmission line components including surge arresters, disconnect switches, and lightning protection systems

Support construction activities through technical assistance and field reviews

Prepare detailed technical reports with findings, recommendations, and conclusions for internal and external stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Registered Qualified Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.),



or eligible for registration with Engineers & Geoscientists BC (EGBC)

Minimum 4 years of progressive engineering experience

Experience in transmission lines, substations, or protection and control systems preferred

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Required Skills

Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary project environments

Ability to deliver projects across full lifecycle (design to commissioning)

Proficiency in CAD systems and engineering drawing standards

Experience with industry-standard engineering and analysis software

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing

Nice to Have

Previous experience with BC Hydro or utility sector projects

Experience with telecom and/or protection and control systems

Familiarity with BC Hydro engineering design practices and project delivery processes

Site experience on large infrastructure projects such as substations, hydroelectric facilities, or transmission lines

Regulatory & Compliance Requirements

Must hold or be eligible for a Permit to Practice (P2P) through EGBC prior to assignment start

Work must comply with BC Hydro’s Professional Practice Management Plan (Quality Management Pillar)

Engineer must apply their own or their firm’s Permit to Practice number to sealed work

All engineering documentation produced will be retained by BC Hydro in accordance with EGBC bylaws

May be required to use digital signing and sealing technology (e.g., Notarius)

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