Electrical Engineer

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 91,840 - 137,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical benefits

Transit passes

Training opportunities

Job summary

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company in Vancouver seeks an Electrical Engineer to apply professional expertise in managing assets and systems for safe rail service delivery. Key responsibilities include developing maintenance strategies, providing technical solutions, and supervising staff. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in transit or rail infrastructure.

This role offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including vacation and health coverage. We're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of professional engineering experience in an electrical environment.
• Eligible for registration with EGBC.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering expertise to asset management.
• Develop and implement maintenance plans.
• Provide engineering solutions to asset problems.
• Ensure communication with all stakeholders.
• Supervise reporting staff.

Skills

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Troubleshooting power distribution anomalies

Reading complex electrical drawings

Project management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Tools

Power system modeling software (ETAP)

SCADA and PLC systems

Job description

Marketing Statement

Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully‑automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!

Responsibilities

Primary Purpose

As the asset owner, applies professional engineering expertise to the assets and systems in the designated discipline and supports the safe, reliable and efficient rail transportation service delivery within an integrated, multi‑jurisdictional environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Participates in the development and refinement of asset engineering, management and maintenance strategy.
• Supports the development and implementation of Annual Maintenance Plan, Asset Renewal Plan, Asset Improvement Plan and capital replacement plans.
• Participates in the development and refinement of engineering standards, policies and procedures for asset maintenance and projects to ensure alignment with regulations, codes and industry best practices.
• Provides innovative, professional engineering advice and guidance to engineering, asset management, asset maintenance and capital projects on quality assurance, compliance assurance and asset performance.
• Identifies asset problems and provides technical solutions. Supports the investigation of significant failures, conducts root cause analysis and presents reports/recommendations to Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer.
• Assists in the development of FMEA and FMECA where required.
• Ensures effective communication to all the stakeholders.
• Provides engineering support to capital and non‑capital projects of moderate to high risk and complexity. Reviews and makes recommendations on the approval of the technical specifications, drawings and documentations regarding assigned projects.
• Participates in the development and refinement of configuration control procedures for asset maintenance. Recommends changes on asset configuration control documentations.
• Investigates and reviews industry best practice in rail operations and asset maintenance and recommends changes to BCRTC practice.
• Investigates and reviews existing and emerging technology and recommends application to the SkyTrain systems as appropriate. Supports business case development and the implementation of best practice and new technology.
• Develops and maintains professional and trustworthy working relationships with stakeholders in BCRTC and across the enterprise.
• Supervises reporting staff, including all people practices such as hiring, training and development, coaching, monitoring and performance management.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• University degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, including a professional engineering designation or eligibility to be registered with EGBC.
• 2 to 5 years of professional engineering experience in building or industrial electrical, preferably within transit or rail infrastructure environment.

Other Requirements

• Working knowledge of railway operation and maintenance practices, including configuration control, data analysis, FRACAS.
• Familiarity with diagnosing technical issues, troubleshooting power distribution anomalies, and performing technical investigations based on log data or system data analysis.
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution systems spanning medium voltage (25 kV, 12.5 kV) down to low voltage (600 V, 120/208 V), including familiarity with substations, transformers, switchgear, UPS, panelboards, and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Experience assisting with the electrical design of industrial facilities and buildings, including cable/conduit routing, grounding/bonding, lighting, and auxiliary utility power.
• Demonstrated proficiency in reading, interpreting, and redlining complex electrical drawings, including single‑line diagrams, electrical and control schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with the integration and troubleshooting of control systems, including SCADA, PLCs, and automation networks within facility or power distribution environments.
• Working knowledge of electrical protection principles and familiarity with the function, application, and basic troubleshooting of protection relays used in medium and low‑voltage equipment.
• Hands‑on experience or exposure to power system modeling software like ETAP is an asset.
• Functional working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), CSA Z462 (Electrical Safety in the Workplace), and other relevant industry regulations, standards.
• Experience supporting the operations, maintenance, and asset management of existing low‑ and medium‑voltage electrical infrastructure, including managing electrical component obsolescence, reviewing preventive maintenance practices, and analyzing equipment health data.
• Basic understanding of testing, commissioning, and predictive maintenance practices for power systems, such as insulation resistance test, breaker timing, contact resistance, infrared thermography.
• Advanced skill in creating technical reports, standards, procedures, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, FMECA.
• Solid knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of project management and project reporting.
• Solid time management skills to balance and coordinate effort across multiple, concurrent activities.
• Solid communication skills and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to achieve consensus between groups.

Other Information

Registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) may be considered.

Recruitment Process

An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Resident. This position works predominately on‑site.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $91,840 to $137,760 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

Instructions: Please save your cover letter and resume as one PDF document prior to uploading your application online.

Posting Date: May 29, 2026. Closing Date: Open until filled. Please note that only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [e-mail].