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Electrical Site Engineer – Construction & Commissioning

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Prince George

Employment type: Permanent Region: Northern Interior

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

Annual salary: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00

Position Highlights BC Hydro is looking for an experienced Electrical Site Engineer to support major construction projects and ensure electrical

systems are constructed and commissioned safely, correctly, and to the highest engineering standards.

If you are a self-starter who thrives in the field, enjoys working on large and complex construction projects, and takes pride

in seeing designs successfully brought to life, we invite you to join our Site Engineering team.

You will be part of the North Coast Transmission Projects, a once-in-a-generation infrastructure initiative that will deliver

clean, reliable power to northern British Columbia. These projects support economic growth, decarbonization, and

development across mining, LNG, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Delivered in partnership with First Nations and

the Province of B.C., they represent critical infrastructure for Canada’s future.

In this role, success means safe execution, well-coordinated construction and commissioning activities, strong relationships

with contractors and designers, and electrical systems brought online smoothly and reliably.

Joining this team means contributing directly to projects that strengthen communities, enable industry, and shape B.C.’s

energy future.

What you'll do

At the heart of construction and commissioning, you apply your technical expertise to solve complex field issues and keep

work progressing safely and efficiently.

• Lead and oversee field engineering activities for construction and commissioning of electrical and protection & control

(P&C) systems, including:

o Switchgear

o Reactive equipment

o Protection systems

o Generator/turbine control and monitoring

o Communications networks

o Water conveyance, spillway controls, and instrumentation systems

• Provide construction oversight on major projects, working closely with contractors to ensure effective coordination,

staging, and execution of work.

• Review constructability and contribute to the development of construction and commissioning plans, schedules,

procedures, and methods to ensure conformance with design intent and safety requirements.

• Perform first-level quality assurance to confirm work complies with drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and

industry standards.

• Ensure testing and inspections are performed, witnessed, and documented in accordance with approved procedures. Act

as the Engineer of Record’s delegate for field reviews, witness points, and hold points, documenting results in field review

records.

• Resolve field non-compliances and technical issues by bringing together design engineers, construction teams, and

contractors to achieve timely, practical, and technically sound solutions.

• Collaborate with Construction Management to identify and eliminate environmental, safety, and health hazards associated

with construction and commissioning activities.

• Organize and maintain discipline-specific technical records, including red-lined drawings, RFIs, and non-conformance

reports, and synthesize this information into construction and completion documentation.

• Lead the transition from construction to commissioning by

developing commissioning plans that systematically bring electrical systems online and verify performance and functionality.

• Mentor and coach engineers and technical staff by sharing knowledge, providing technical guidance, and supporting

professional development.

What you bring

You bring strong technical fundamentals, practical field experience, and the ability to apply sound engineering judgement in

complex construction environments.

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a Canadian university with approximately eight years of progressive

engineering experience related to electrical construction, testing, and commissioning, preferably within a utility, generation,

or high voltage environment.

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia, or eligibility for immediate registration.

• Strong technical writing and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex engineering concepts to a

wide range of stakeholders.

• Well developed organizational and interpersonal skills, enabling you to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development through self study, formal training, and participation in

technical or professional organizations.

• A collaborative, approachable mindset with a strong sense of ownership, initiative, and proven problem solving capability.

• The ability to independently analyze and resolve challenging and non routine engineering problems while understanding

the impacts on cost, constructability, operability, safety, and schedule.

Experience or knowledge in the following areas is considered a strong asset:

• Substation and generating station design, construction, testing, and commissioning.

• Commissioning and testing of high voltage electrical equipment.

• Electrical utility generation protection and control systems, including:

o Automated unit control schemes

o Digital protection relays and PLC programming

o Electrical and non electrical protection systems

o Governor and exciter control systems

o Water flow, spillway, and reservoir level control systems

o Unit vibration, air gap, and shear pin monitoring

o Penstock protection and unit auxiliary controls

o Control room design and integration

• Knowledge of MRS compliance, including NERC PRC, CIP, and MOD standards.

• Familiarity with BC Hydro engineering, construction, and maintenance 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.

What else you should know

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.

• This posting is for a Full Time Regular Position.

• Headquartered in Prince George, BC.

• Significant time in the field, at various construction locations, is a requirement of this role.

• Applicants who do not meet the full qualifications or those with lesser work experience may be considered for a lower-level

position.

• Note that the following must be maintained in good standing as a condition of continuous employment:

P.Eng.: Professional Engineer = In Good Standing

Driver's License Type = Class 5

• 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: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada, V2N 1B4

**Date Posted:2026-03-26Closing Date:**2026-04-16

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