Power Distribution Engineer, Medium & High Voltage

Wood West & Associates Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood West & Associates Inc. is seeking an experienced Intermediate/Senior Distribution Engineer in British Columbia. The role focuses on technical leadership, engineering reviews, and delivering complex capital distribution projects.

You will act as Engineer of Record, sign and seal drawings, and provide expert guidance on distribution systems for utility clients. The ideal candidate holds a P.Eng. (EGBC) and 6+ years of relevant experience, with a strong background in overhead and underground

Qualifications

• P.Eng. licensed with EGBC.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in electrical utility distribution preferred.
• Strong knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as Engineer of Record (PoR), reviewing designs and documentation for quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Sign and seal engineering drawings and deliverables.
• Provide technical expertise for electrical utility and distribution projects.
• Lead capital distribution projects through technical leadership and oversight.
• Carry out engineering studies including protection coordination and feeder analysis.
• Develop design approaches, confirm scope, identify risks, and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, utilities and stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship to engineers and staff and ensure safety and codes compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Distribution design

Education

P.Eng. (EGBC)

Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Intermediate/Senior Distribution Engineer to join a growing engineering team in British Columbia. This is an excellent opportunity for a P.Eng. with strong utility and distribution experience who is looking to take on technical leadership responsibilities while contributing to complex capital projects.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the Engineer of Record (PoR), reviewing designs and technical documentation for quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Sign and seal engineering drawings and deliverables.
• Provide technical expertise for electrical utility and distribution projects.
• Support capital distribution projects through technical leadership and engineering oversight.
• Complete engineering studies, including protection coordination, feeder cable analysis, and overhead pole line design.
• Develop design approaches, confirm project scope, identify technical risks, and recommend solutions.
• Work closely with internal teams, clients, utilities, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, designers, and support staff.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely and in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

What You Bring

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with EGBC.
• Electrical Engineering background preferred; strong Civil Engineering candidates with relevant distribution experience will also be considered.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Previous utility experience is required; BC Hydro experience is a strong asset.
• Strong technical knowledge of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with distribution design, technical reviews, and engineering studies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound engineering judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and mentor junior team members.
• Canadian work experience and authorization to work in Canada.