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Sr. Electrical Engineer - Transmission

Job in Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for: TEEMA
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-26
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Conduct electrical studies related to the design of high voltage transmission lines including, but not limited to, grounding system design, step and touch potentials calculations, AC interference with pipelines/railways, lightning protection, electrical safety, and EMF analysis.

  • Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary engineering team to design transmission lines rated at 60 kV to 500 kV.

  • Manage medium and large-sized projects and work packages, write technical specifications and standards, and prepare estimates.

  • Prepare, review, and sign the study reports and drawings.

  • Provide technical and site support during the installation, commissioning and maintenance phases.

  • Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external colleagues to determine relative priorities, assess the impact of work on others and resolve issues of concern.

  • Review the work of the consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy, achievement of required results, and adherence to accepted engineering practice.

  • Impart engineering knowledge and encourage the professional development of engineers as well as coaching and mentoring of junior staff is a key responsibility in this role. What you bring

  • Bachelor's or higher academic degree in Electrical engineering recognized by Canadian Universities.

  • Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C (EGBC).

  • A minimum of 8 years (Senior Engineer) experience with a minimum of 2 years in transmission line design experience in the electric utility industry. Candidates with fewer qualifications and/or experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for a lower level position

  • A commitment to ongoing personal development and participation in professional societies.

  • Excellent leadership, communications, technical writing, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams, preferably as the lead engineer or project engineer coordinating resources and managing relationships.

  • Nice to have:

  • Experience with applicable computer applications such as SES-CDEGS and EMTP-RV.

  • Experience in electrical studies related to the design of grounding systems, lightning protection, insulation coordination, electromagnetic fields (EMFs), or AC interference.

  • Salary/Rate Range: $ - $

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