Distribution Engineering Co-op

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm in Kelowna is seeking a Distribution Engineering Co-op Student for an 8-month term. The role involves assisting in electrical distribution projects, including site visits, design drafting, and engineering calculations. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering program and possess collaborative skills. The salary ranges from $23 to $27 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with others.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and drive for improvement.
• An ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Attending site visits for planning and implementation of electrical utility designs.
• Designing and drafting underground and overhead electrical distribution infrastructure.
• Engineering calculations for underground and overhead power systems.
• Compiling material lists and project cost estimates.
• Obtain approvals from and communicate with various stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Education

Enrollment in a post-secondary engineering degree or technologist diploma program

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, BC Interior Operations, a Distribution Engineering Co-op Student is responsible to assist in the execution of underground and overhead electrical distribution projects at our Kelowna or Trail locations. Please specify your preferred location in your application. This is an 8-month term from May through December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Attending site visits for planning and implementation of electrical utility designs.
• Design and drafting of underground and overhead electrical distribution infrastructure using AutoCAD.
• Engineering calculations for underground and overhead power systems.
• Compiling material lists and project cost estimates.
• Obtain approvals from and communicate with various stakeholders (electrical utility, customers, consultants, municipal and provincial authorities, etc.).
• Tracking and actively advancing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Help aid in the creation of internal tools and processes to improve work efficiency.
• Other duties may be required related to completing the above work.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills that help develop business relationships and foster a friendly work environment.
• Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with others to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, on time, and on budget.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and drive for improvement.
• An ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Enrollment in a post secondary engineering degree or technologist diploma program.
• A Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle (preferred).

Additional Assets

• Familiarity with FortisBC and/or BC Hydro electrical utility design and construction standards.
• Experience working in the electric utility or engineering environment, ideally with experience in design and cost estimating of electrical distribution projects.
• Understanding of computer programming or experience creating/working with macro-enabled Excel workbooks.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Experience with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, AGi32 and MS Office.

Salary Range: $23/hour to $27/hour based on relevant experience.