Power Systems Engineer

We have an opening for a Power Systems Engineer in our Kelowna, BC office.

Responsibilities:

Electrical Design and Power System Studies

- Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to high voltage utility and private substations, including design, specification, and drafting.

- Medium/Low Voltage Systems

- Design underground and overhead medium voltage distribution infrastructure (4 kV – 25 kV).

- Specify and select medium voltage equipment such as transformers, switches, circuit breakers, and related devices.

- Develop industrial low voltage designs including service conductors, control panels, and auxiliary systems.

- High Voltage Systems

- Prepare station layouts, structure designs, and preliminary design documentation.

- Specify and integrate high voltage switches, circuit breakers, and power transformers.

- Design medium voltage bus configurations, grounding systems (per IEEE 80), and lightning protection systems (per IEEE 998).

- Apply modern protective relaying techniques and design SCADA/communications interface systems.

- Perform grounding design and analysis using CDEGS or WINIGS.

- Conduct power system studies including load flow, voltage drop, fault, and arc-flash analyses using CYME.

- Develop innovative engineering solutions and apply theoretical and practical knowledge in modelling, analysis, and problem solving.

Project Delivery

- Ensure successful execution of assigned projects, accountable to the team lead for quality, cost, and schedule.

- Coordinate with the project team to maintain adherence to project timelines and deliverables.

- Prepare project estimates, material take-offs, and other supporting documentation.

- Support the planning and delivery of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with client and regulatory standards.

Client Coordination

- Grow and manage client relationships, particularly with alliance clients, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnership.

- Initiate, attend, and actively participate in customer and stakeholder meetings.

- Coordinate designs and project deliverables with clients, utilities, municipal authorities, and other project stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and resolve technical issues.

Field & Site Support

- Conduct off-site meetings, site visits, and inspections to verify that construction aligns with design intent and issued-for-construction drawings.

- Provide technical support to contractors and field personnel to ensure accurate and safe implementation of designs.

Documentation & Specifications

- Prepare and review technical documentation including equipment specifications, design drawings, and tender packages.

- Support the tendering and procurement process by developing bid documentation and evaluating technical submissions.

- Maintain organized project files and records in accordance with company and client standards.

Other Duties

- Perform other related duties as required to support the System Interconnections Manager and Power Systems Engineering team in achieving departmental objectives.

- Collaborate with other departments at Primary to provide technical input, share knowledge, and contribute to cross-disciplinary project success.

- Foster a collaborative and positive team culture that promotes technical excellence, safety, and accountability.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.

- Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC)

- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in electrical utility or power systems engineering

- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to autonomously manage workload to control multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy, while meeting project deadlines

- Strong English language skills (verbal and written), ability to develop strong business relationships and act in a professional manner

- A passion for your work and a drive for excellence

- Class 5 driver’s license

Additional Assets:

- Self-starter and able to plan ahead and solve engineering problems

- Good aptitude for business development and establishing new client contacts and developing collaborative relationships

- Team player and supports professional development and knowledge sharing and supporting other team members including Junior Engineers/EITs, Designers, and Drafters

Salary Range: $45 - $55/hour

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