Operational Technology Engineer

TEEMA; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking an Operational Technology Engineer (E2) to support BC Hydro on a long-term contract based out of the Edmonds office in Burnaby. The role focuses on ICS and OT networks across BC Hydro generation facilities, from design to commissioning, with collaboration across engineering, operations, maintenance, technology, and cybersecurity teams.

The position requires an Electrical/Computer/Systems/Software Engineering degree, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Must be an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) at submission time.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and engineering drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Support OT activities from design through commissioning for Generation capital projects.
• Design, implement, and support ICS and OT network solutions for generation facilities.
• Develop and maintain ITS network architectures.
• Integrate ICS devices and communication equipment into plant LANs.
• Support capital, maintenance, lifecycle replacement, and cybersecurity projects.
• Participate in design reviews, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and field implementation.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, maintenance, technology, cybersecurity, and vendors.
• Maintain network drawings and engineering documentation in AutoCAD.
• Support plant LAN design and device integration, including NERC CIP related work.
• Prepare technical procedures and engineering documentation.
• Provide periodic field support and site assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical reporting

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Contract: 24 Months, with strong potential for extension

Compensation: $45–$55/hr INC | $37–$45/hr T4 TERM

Client: BC Hydro

TEEMA is currently seeking an Operational Technology Engineer (E2) to support BC Hydro on a long-term contract opportunity based out of the Edmonds office in Burnaby.

This position will support BC Hydro Generation capital projects, working with industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT) networks, and generation infrastructure from design through implementation and commissioning.

The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, operations, maintenance, construction, technology, and cybersecurity teams to support the integration of control systems and communication equipment across BC Hydro generation facilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Generation capital project OT activities from design through implementation and commissioning.
• Design, implement, and support ICS and OT network solutions for generation facilities.
• Develop and maintain ITS network architectures.
• Integrate ICs devices and communication equipment into plant local area networks (LANs).
• Support capital, maintenance, lifecycle replacement, and cybersecurity projects.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and field implementation.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, maintenance, technology, cybersecurity, and external vendors.
• Maintain network infrastructure drawings and engineering documentation using AutoCAD.
• Support plant LAN design, device integration, and NERC CIP-related project work.
• Prepare technical procedures, work instructions, and engineering documentation.
• Provide periodic field support and site assessments.

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Must be a registered Engineer-in-Training (EIT) at the time of submission.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and process diagrams.
• Ability to effectively present technical information to project teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and engineering drawing standards.

Assets

• Familiarity with industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT), and communications networks.
• Experience supporting capital projects, maintenance programs, or industrial infrastructure.
• Familiarity with NERC CIP standards and compliance.
• Advanced Excel and Visio skills.

This position is based out of BC Hydro’s Edmonds office in Burnaby with a hybrid work arrangement.

Candidates must successfully complete the required background check and drug & alcohol testing prior to starting.