Engineering Co-op, Distribution Lines

FortisBC; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering student for an 8-month co-op position. This role offers hands-on experience working with the Distribution Design Group, engaging with engineers and field crews. You'll gain valuable insights into design applications and tools, participate in site visits, and analyze innovative utility products. Join a diverse team dedicated to transforming the energy landscape in B.C., where you can connect, belong, and grow. This is an exceptional opportunity to kickstart your career in the electrical utility industry while contributing to a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Third or Fourth year Electrical Engineering student preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Distribution Design Group on overhead and underground lines.
• Provide technical support and analyze new utility products.
• Model the distribution system using power simulation software.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Public Speaking

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Education

Electrical Engineering Student

Tools

AutoCAD

Database Management Systems

Job description

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Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Co-op Student
Salary Min:$24.76Hourly
Salary Max:$29.13Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility:No
Temp Duration: 8 months
Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

The assignment will provide opportunities for engagement with engineers, managers, designers, field crews, and others in different departments in the organization, and provide an understanding of design applications and tools within the operating and engineering groups at FortisBC.

In this role, you will:

• Work with the Distribution Design Group and be involved in the design and drafting of different Distribution Overhead and Underground Lines
• Perform multiple site visits when working with Distribution Design Group and field crews
• Provide technical support and work with the Distribution Design & Operations group
• Analyze and evaluate new utility products, practices and design procedures
• Create models in order to simulate the distribution system and allocate loads given from a load forecast
• Model the distribution system using a power simulation software for large customers and operational inquiries

What it takes:

• Electrical Engineering Student - Third or Fourth year preferred
• Valid driver’s license and current abstract

Other Qualifications

• Interested in learning about the Electrical Utility Industry
• Competent public speaker
• Competence in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Experience or knowledge with AutoCAD and/or database management systems is preferred, but not required

Additional Information

This is an 8 month co-op term starting September 2025

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles .