Transmission and Distribution Engineer

bba; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting engineering firm in Canada seeks a qualified engineer to support projects in transmission and distribution. Job responsibilities include design drawing creation, technical documentation preparation, and project estimation. Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and have 3-7 years of experience in the utility sector. Opportunities for career growth and a collaborative environment are provided.

Benefits

Annual premium program

Access to a time bank

Onsite mobility premium

Group insurance plan

Retirement saving plan

Vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in a related role.
• Experience with transmission and distribution lines design.
• Interest in relevant fields of energy and utility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and bill of materials.
• Create preliminary schematics for multi-phase projects.
• Identify pole line and duct routes.

Skills

Transmission and distribution lines design

Technical writing

Project management

Team motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Construction Engineering

Job description

Overview

Type of position: Regular

Our Transmission and Distribution team across Canada, with offices in Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Toronto, and Calgary, is composed of specialized engineers, technicians, and support staff. Our multidisciplinary team includes professionals from junior to expert levels. Our clients primarily operate in the heavy industry and private sector in Canada and abroad providing a wide variety of interesting projects. Our team supports our clients in heavy industry as they seek to carbonize and increase renewable energy. Our team of experts assists our clients in all phases of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning and asset management.

With Us, You Will Have the Opportunity to...

• Create all design drawings required for basic small to medium scale projects
• Lead system rebuilds and voltage conversions
• Support routine new/upgrade for residential and commercial services

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and bill of materials
• Create preliminary schematics including distribution concepts and interface plans for multi-phase projects
• Identify pole line and duct routes for complex projects (e.g. large capacity overhead and underground structures in congested areas)
• Develop line routes
• Design and produce engineering documents associated with transmission and distribution line projects (from 5 kV to 765 kV)
• Design support structures and foundations for transmission and distribution lines
• Lead the preparation of service offers, studies, cost estimates, reports, as well as plans and specifications, and participate in them
• Assist with existing lines inspections and produce the required reports

Qualities and Values

• Results Driven
• Desire to motivate and develop the next generation
• Thirst to learn and excel
• Caring mindset that puts people first
• Efficient, both at the office and the work site
• Rigorous and ethical

Overview of Certifications and Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Construction Engineering
• 3-7 years experience in a related role
• Experience with transmission and distribution lines design in utility sector and hydro power
• Relevant experience combined with an interest in transmission and distribution lines
• Strong technical writing skills

An Overview of Total Awards

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Access to a time bank
• Onsite mobility premium
• Cellphone program
• Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees
• Retirement saving plan for regular employees
• Vacation and sick leave
• Premium offered through the Employee Referral program

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
• Growing business with many opportunities
• Access to a leadership program

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.