Junior Engineer - NERC

Morson Edge; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Hydro is seeking an Engineer-E2 to support Generation Capital Project OT Services from design through implementation and commissioning. You will work under senior engineers to contribute to design, ICS/OT, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and project coordination for capital, maintenance, lifecycle replacement, and cybersecurity projects.

The role requires collaboration with diverse teams, participation in FAT/SAT, and field implementation support.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) at submission.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with ICS/OT and network design is a plus.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support Generation Capital Project OT Services from design through implementation and commissioning.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, operations, maintenance, technology, and cybersecurity teams.
• Design, implement, and support IC network solutions for generation facilities.
• Update and maintain generation network infrastructure drawings using AutoCAD.
• Support NERC CIP compliance activities and related drawings/reviews.

Skills

ICS/OT familiarity

Industrial networking

AutoCAD

Technical reporting

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Systems/Software Engineering

EIT registration

Tools

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Edmonds, BC - Hybrid

Contract: August 24, 2026 - August 23, 2028

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Max INC Rate: $60.80/

Max T4 Rate: $51.53/

Role Overview

BC Hydro is seeking an Engineer-E2 to support Generation Capital Project OT Services from design through implementation and commissioning. Working under the supervision of senior engineering professionals, this role will support engineering design, industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT), network infrastructure, cybersecurity, project coordination, and field implementation activities. The successful candidate will contribute to safe, reliable, and compliant engineering solutions while supporting capital, maintenance, lifecycle replacement, and cybersecurity projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support Generation Capital Project OT Services activities from design through implementation and commissioning.
• Support engineering and construction teams throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Act as a primary contact for project status, tracking, technical coordination, and deliverables.
• Design, implement, and support IC network solutions for generation facilities.
• Develop and maintain IC network architectures supporting operational, cybersecurity, reliability, and business requirements.
• Design and integrate IC devices and communications equipment into generation plant LANs.
• Support capital, maintenance, lifecycle replacement, and cybersecurity projects related to generation infrastructure and control systems.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and field implementation.
• Liaise with engineering, planning, operations, maintenance, technology, and cybersecurity teams to define technical requirements and engineering solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors and document device functionality, technical requirements, and integration capabilities.
• Update and maintain generation network infrastructure drawings and engineering documentation using AutoCAD.
• Support plant LAN design, device integration, and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) work packages.
• Support NERC CIP compliance activities, including annual drawing reviews, technical assessments, and engineering documentation updates.
• Create and maintain work instructions, technical procedures, and job aids related to OT services.
• Host cross-functional meetings, document decisions, track action items, and support completion of project deliverables.
• Provide periodic field support, site assessments, and construction quality assurance to verify compliance with engineering designs and specifications.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) at the time of submission.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a relevant engineering field or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical reports, engineering documentation, and process diagrams.
• Ability to present technical information effectively to project teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT), and communications networks is an asset.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and engineering drawing standards.
• Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance programs, or industrial infrastructure projects is an asset.
• Familiarity with NERC CIP standards and compliance is an asset.
• Advanced Excel and Visio skills are considered assets.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong professional English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Additional Information

• The successful candidate will work within BC Hydro's engineering and professional practice requirements.
• EGBC registrants must comply with BC Hydro's Professional Practice Management Plan and Quality Management requirements.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work within applicable Engineers and Geoscientists BC requirements.
• Occasional field/site work may be required.