Electrical Engineer

Affiliation: Management & Exempt.Employment Status: Full-Time Regular.Expected Hiring Range: $102,000.Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes.Posting End Date: Open until filled.As the province’s la

CA$102,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Affiliation: Management & Exempt.Employment Status: Full-Time Regular.Expected Hiring Range: $102,000.Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes.Posting End Date: Open until filled.As the province’s larges

Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Expected Hiring Range: $102,000.00 to $120,000.00 Annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: No
Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

Are you a problem-solver who believes there’s a silver lining for every problem?
Are you a strong communicator with a natural ability to stay organized?
Are you a team player who enjoys working and collaborating with colleagues to get the job done?

If so, look no further We want to hear from you We’re looking for new talent to join us as we reinvent the future of energy. As part of our Engineering team on the electric side of the business, you’ll join a diverse team of employees we can’t do without

If you like meaningful work, a dynamic environment and forward-thinking colleagues, build your career with us. Let’s rethink energy together.

As our Electric Engineer, you will utilize professional level engineering to support the timely, safe and cost-effective operation of FortisBC’s electrical substations.

In this role, you will:

• Lead multi-discipline teams to plan, estimate, and execute capital and non-routine projects at hydro generation dams.
• Produce estimates, schedules, installation packages, technical specifications, and evaluate technical alternatives.
• Prepare detailed commissioning packages, in support of the FortisBC capital plan.
• Support execution of projects, reviewing requirements and sequencing, for construction, commissioning activities.
• Participate in engineering investigations to troubleshoot, evaluate, and provide recommendations on operational issues.
• Assess and report safety hazards associated with maintenance of equipment.
• Provide operational support to FortisBC internal stakeholders.
• Provide engineering services for various aspects of generation dam design and equipment specifications.

In year 1, you will:

• Familiarize and learn all about FortisBC’s standards, guidelines and practices related to this responsibility.
• Work in the field with PMO and Operations to understand FortisBC business.
• Build estimates and construction packages to support the multi-year project plan
• Build a strong knowledge base to understand equipment condition base maintenance.

In year 2, you will:

• Handle all key responsibilities independently with minimal support from a supervisor.

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, plus two to seven years of experience in electrical engineering. Must meet registration requirements for Professional Engineering status with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia.
• Experience in hydro facilities or a utility is considered and asset
• Experience in project management, construction management, and project engineering.
• Knowledge and understanding of control systems, power distribution, protection and controls, hydro generating units, and their functions within an electrical utility environment.
• Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated filed experience, including equipment installation and commissioning.
• General und