Lead turbine, generator, and governor engineering for BC Hydro’s hydroelectric projects in a hybrid Senior Mechanical Engineer assignment. Periodic generating-station travel may support delivery.
BC Hydro seeks an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Power Unit team within Generation Stations Mechanical Engineering. You will provide senior expertise in rotating machinery, lead complex capital projects, and support procurement and commissioning. The assignment includes Edmonds office attendance at least once every two months.
Key Responsibilities: Lead technical work on turbine, generator, and governor projects
Establish parameters and mechanical design requirements for generating units
Prepare specifications and evaluate manufacturer proposals
Support construction, testing, commissioning,
and site activities
Develop standards, guidelines, and quality management processes
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Active Professional Engineer registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC
At least eight years of relevant engineering experience
In-depth knowledge of hydroelectric generating units
Knowledge of applicable ASME, ASTM, IEEE, IEC, and CCH standards
Apply senior mechanical engineering judgment across hydroelectric rotating machinery, technical leadership, procurement, commissioning, and qualified engineering practice.