Senior Power Distribution Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 107,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Power Distribution Engineer in Vancouver, BC. The role involves designing infrastructure for power utilities and ensuring project requirements are met. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. This position offers a competitive salary range of $107,600 - $161,400 along with substantial benefits, including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health, dental and vision plans

Wellness spending account

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Registered P.Eng in Canada.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience designing power utility infrastructure.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Design infrastructure for power utilities.
• Develop design solutions meeting codes and standards.
• Lead technical design discussions.

Skills

Technical proficiency in utility infrastructure design

Effective interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Time management skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLSCAD

SPIDAcalc

Job description

Join a team that does more than generate and deliver electricity through its work; join a team that powers growth and advances communities. Seeing beyond the project at hand, you’ll work with us to advance the industry and build your career. We operate with the strength of a $3B company and have the agility of a specialized power group, and work on some of the most challenging and cutting-edge projects around the world. Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or grid modernization, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, thermal generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.

Your Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Senior Power Distribution Engineer to join our Power team. As a technical leader, you will emphasize technical excellence, work closely with the design team and provide the necessary technical leadership required to deliver projects that satisfy client expectations. You will be a champion of quality and provide regular feedback to the team on areas of improvement.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Design infrastructure for power utilities to meet project requirements

• Develop design solutions that meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations

• Lead technical design discussions, internally and externally, to ensure scope objectives are met

• Review and authenticate drawings for power distribution projects

• Provide construction support

• Support development of proposals, project cost estimates and project schedules

• Manage external client relationships through effective and timely communication

• Identify potential safety or environmental concerns and initiate appropriate action

• Provide coaching and guidance to project team members

• Provide technical guidance to customers, stakeholders, and external consultants

• Travel and perform site visits as required

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Registered P.Eng in Canada

• Demonstrated technical proficiency in utility infrastructure design

• Effective Interpersonal Skills – Strong Written and Verbal skills are a must, to ensure clear communication between team members, clients, contractors, and suppliers

• Able to work effectively both independently under minimal supervision, and as a member of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment

• Strong time management and prioritization skills

• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to set priorities, organize work and complete work within given timelines

• PLSCAD or SPIDAcalc knowledge would be an asset

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

• Minimum of 8 years of experience designing power utility infrastructure within North America

Typical office environment working with computers; Stantec offers a flexible work environment (a hybrid model of working in the office and at home). Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 107,600.00 - Max Salary $ 161,400.00

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary
Organization: BC-1182 Energy-CA West
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time