Electrical Distribution Design Technologist

Stantec; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 61,900 - 86,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Group registered retirement savings plan

Job summary

Stantec is looking for an Electrical Design Technologist in Vancouver, BC, to contribute to diverse electrical distribution projects. You will design cost-effective solutions and ensure compliance with applicable codes while effectively communicating with clients and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds an Electrical Engineering technology diploma and has at least 3 years of experience in power utility infrastructure, preferably with BC Hydro. Strong project management and time management skills are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Eligible or registered as a C.E.T. in Canada.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Minimum of 3 years experience designing power utility infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design distribution infrastructure to meet project requirements.
• Develop design solutions that comply with codes and standards.
• Manage external client relationships through effective communication.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal skills

Time management

Project management skills

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering technology diploma

Tools

PLSCAD

SPIDAcalc

Job description

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

The Electrical Design Technologist is responsible for providing cost estimates and designs for a diverse range of underground and overhead electrical distribution projects. Reporting to the Team Lead, Distribution Design, you are responsible for communicating directly with clients and customers to establish service requirements and provide solid design solutions and alternatives that meet client needs. You will work with landowners, customers, and other client departments to ensure that the projects are effectively coordinated and executed by yourself. You will ensure that facilities are designed in a safe, cost-effective and timely manner and meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Design distribution infrastructure to meet the project requirements
• Develop design solutions that meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations
• Develop project cost estimates and material lists
• Manage external client relationships through effective and timely communication
• Monitor project progress and take action to meet client requirementsTravel and perform site visits as required
• Identify potential safety or environmental concerns and initiate appropriate action
• Coordinate designs with various 3rd party stakeholders
• Facilitate approval requests with various 3rd party stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance to customers, stakeholders, and external consultants

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Eligible or registered as a C.E.T. in Canada (an asset)
• Effective interpersonal skills – Strong written and verbal skills are a must, to ensure clear communication between team members, clients, contractors, and suppliers
• Able to work effectively as a member of a team
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to set priorities, organize work and complete work within given timelines
• PLSCAD or SPIDAcalc knowledge would be an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Education and Experience

• Electrical Engineering technology diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing power utility infrastructure within North America
• Prior experience with BC Hydro (strongly preferred)

Stantec offers a flexible work location arrangement. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $61,900.00 - $86,700.00 annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Vancouver

Organization: 1182 E&R-CA Pacific-Vancouver BC

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 02/06/2026 05:06:09

Req ID: 1005766