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Engineering Technologist 1 (P&C)

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Edmonds 06

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 78,000.00 - 84,100.00

What you'll do

• Performs a variety of complex technical, financial and support functions relating to the administration, planning, project

management, design, construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance of generation, transmission and station

plant by: studying and interpreting projects; using existing standards to prepare alternate design proposals for projects;

selecting, testing, expediting and controlling project material and accessories; reviewing drawings and tenders for accuracy

and conformity to standards; preparing detailed engineering drawings, specifications and other related documentation;

performing a variety of technically complex calculations for related design proposals; participating in the preparation of

feasibility studies and related technical reports; participating in general reconnaissance and selection of project sites;

performing a variety of administrative and testing activities; performing troubleshooting, testing and defect and disturbance

analysis.

• Performs a variety of project management functions to assist in the ongoing operation of budgets and funding by:

preparing and compiling budgets; performing a financial monitoring process on existing projects and programs; advising of

the procedures and requirements involved in the process; preparing a variety of progress reports; preparing economic

analysis spreadsheets and assisting in power studies by creating new and adapting existing macros; preparing a variety of

project schedules.

• Maintains liaison with internal and external groups such as other departments, field staff, consultants, manufacturers,

suppliers, contractors, government agencies and local interest groups concerning technical and financial aspects of

assigned work.

• Provides drawing requirements to drafters and consultants; checks work for accuracy and conformity and gives advice on

technical aspects of the work to lower level staff.

• May be required to perform a variety of related duties such as issuing drawings, preparing correspondence, maintaining

project records and files, assembling a variety of related documentation; undertaking special studies or gathering relevant

information, preparing related graphs and tabulations; performs drafting duties as required.

• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties which do not affect the rating of the job.

• May be required to perform all the functions of the Engineering Technical Assistant job.

What you bring

• Graduation with a Diploma of Technology from an Institute of Technology in either a Civil, Electrical, Mechanical discipline

or equivalent.

• Over five (5) years applicable experience in the design, testing and/or construction of hydro electric generation,

transmission and station facilities and related equipment is required.

• Understanding of Advanced Design data modeling using AutoCAD Electrical and Autodesk compatible tools is an asset.

• Participate in standards and documentation development, and actively participate in BIM/AutoCAD Electrical industry

groups or committees to advance industry adoption, application toolkit development, and inform BC Hydro design practices.

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.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

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.

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

Additional Information:

• This position is supporting the entire Transmission P&C Engineering division providing technical support to various

engineering processes.

• As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a test related to AutoCAD Electrical and Vault during

the interview.

• Majority of work is performed within the office environment. Some incumbents are exposed to all weather conditions while

frequently working in the field.

• Occasionally exposed to hazards from operating, testing and/or construction equipment when at field sites.

• Preference will be given to candidates with an electrical background and Protection & Control (P&C) design experience.

• This is a busy position with tight deadlines. Previous experience in an engineering office would be an asset.

• A good working knowledge of unit controls, governors, exciters and protection is expected.

• Driver's License Type = Class 5 must be maintained in good standing as a condition of continuous employment as there

will be occasional driving for the role.

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role

requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as

outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

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.

Date Posted: 2025-07-29 Closing Date: 2025-08-19

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