Civil Engineer ( Intermediate or Senior)

ZE Power Engineering Inc.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the electric utility industry is seeking a Civil Engineer to ensure the quality of engineering work products and coordinate with design teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering and a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration. This role offers a chance to grow in a collaborative team environment and includes competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Onsite amenities like games area and yoga

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering from a recognized institution with a focus on Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration or eligibility to register with EGBC is required.
• Civil engineering design experience in an electrical utility setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the technical quality of engineering work products prepared by Junior Engineers.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams and client reviewers.
• Prepare layouts and conceptual designs for underground structure projects.

Skills

Civil engineering design experience in an electrical utility environment

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of electrical utility civil standards

Experience with finite element modeling and analysis

Education

Degree in civil engineering specializing in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration or eligibility

Job description

The Opportunity

ZE Power Engineering is an innovative, industry-leading company providing engineering services to the electric utility industry. We are currently seeking a Civil Engineer to assist with administrative tasks and support the company. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment at a fast-growing company.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the technical quality of engineering work products prepared by Junior Engineers, including computer models, spreadsheet calculations, design reports, drawings, and site visit assessments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams, including geotechnical engineers and client reviewers.
• Ensure design conformance to client and company standards.
• Prepare layouts, conceptual designs, calculations, and illustrations for distribution and transmission civil/structural projects, focusing on underground structure design, structural/dimensional calculations, field work, drawings, material lists, and work instructions.
• Assist in project support activities such as project coordination, strategic planning, client support, and business analysis to support business development and project management departments.
• Support project documentation, including technical specifications, tender documents, reports, and calculations.
• Interface with other design disciplines, coordinate with stakeholders, and assist team leads and managers.
• Perform site visits to project locations.

Qualifications

• A degree in civil engineering from a recognized institution, specializing in Structural Engineering for steel and concrete designs.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration or eligibility to register with EGBC.
• Civil engineering design experience in an electrical utility environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical utility civil standards, power transmission, and distribution networks is an asset.
• Experience with BC Hydro's design systems and standards is a strong asset.
• Experience with finite element modeling and analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Class 5 driver's license and ability to travel to job sites and head office as needed.
• Familiarity with BC Hydro standards and design codes such as Transmission Maintenance Standard 80.4001-01, ASCE/SEI 48, ASTM A394, CSA standards, IEEE 691, among others.

About Us

ZE Power Engineering is a forward-thinking engineering design company serving the electric utility industry. We offer transmission, substation, and distribution design, along with project management and construction support. Our team comprises experienced engineers and consultants across various specializations.

Our dynamic culture and supportive management foster a balanced approach to work and life, including amenities like a games area and onsite yoga. Located near the Richmond Middle Arm waterfront trail and Olympic Oval, our head office provides an ideal environment. We offer excellent career development, competitive compensation, and benefits. If you are proactive, positive, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you.