Senior Civil Engineer - Distribution Standards

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)

No. of positions: 1

The Distribution Standards team supports communities across British Columbia from our Burnaby (Edmonds) office. Our group is made up of a skilled and diverse set of engineering professionals who develop construction standards and select, specify, and approve equipment for use throughout BC Hydro's Distribution System. The team also works closely with Operations, supporting failure investigations and providing engineering expertise to both internal and external engineers and designers so that the distribution system is operated, maintained, repaired, upgraded, replaced, and expanded with a strong focus on safety.

An opening is available on the Civil Standards team, which develops and maintains standards for civil infrastructure that supports the distribution system, including underground vaults, duct banks, foundations, anchoring, and other structural components.

Our teams are also driving forward the modernization of standards delivery, including adopting advanced design tools and exploring AI-enabled workflows to improve how we develop and deliver engineering standards.

If you’re a motivated engineering professional looking to contribute to the safety, reliability, and evolution of one of the largest distribution systems in Canada, we encourage you to apply.

• Develop and maintain standards — Establish, revise, and update construction, design, and maintenance standards for structures and products related to BC Hydro’s Distribution System including utility vaults, pads, and duct banks.
• Products and structures development — Develop and standardize new structures and civil products and specifications from concept, planning, design, construction through standard implementation phases.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Plan and conduct field trials and collaborate with field crews, and vendors to approve products for system-wide use.
• Conduct reviews of standards and specifications to ensure their accuracy and integrity.
• Conduct field investigations, surveys, and assessments of structures. Provide technical expertise — Serve as a subject matter resource to Distribution Engineering, Distribution Design, Asset Planning, and Operations teams, offering guidance on standards interpretation, equipment application, and complex technical issues within your team’s specialty.
• Investigate and resolve engineering challenges — Analyze and resolve a range of complex and unique engineering problems, including failure investigations and safety‑related assessments.
• Stakeholder engagement — Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to build consensus, encourage innovation, and develop engineering solutions that prioritize safety, environmental protection, cost‑effectiveness, and the needs of employees and the public.
• Stay informed of industry trends, advancements, and best practices in engineering.
• Support modernization initiatives — Contribute to the advancement of standards development processes, including adoption of modern engineering design tools, materials and AI‑assisted workflows.
• Build professional relationships — Cultivate strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and cross‑functional teams to set priorities, evaluate work impacts, and address concerns.
• Work with independence — Operate within broad objectives and budget guidelines, exercising sound engineering judgment and consulting your manager on critical or high‑impact projects.
• Mentor and train junior staff members to develop their technical skills and expertise.

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized or accredited university.
• Fully registered, or meet the eligibility requirements for immediate registration, with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing. EIT and Internationally Trained Engineers actively pursuing EGBC registration may be considered at a lower position.
• Relevant engineering experience. Typically, 8+ years for Senior Engineer roles. Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered for junior roles including…