Transmission Line Designer

Stantec; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Burnaby is seeking a Transmission Line Designer. You will assist in engineering and design services for power transmission projects, focusing on design, drafting, and project coordination. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in overhead power lines. This role offers competitive pay and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of overhead power line design and engineering experience.
• Registered with the relevant Engineering Provincial Association.
• Sound understanding of project management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the transmission team with engineering and design services.
• Perform design and drafting following industry codes.
• Conduct modeling and analysis of transmission line structures.

Skills

Familiarity with PLS-CADD software

Working knowledge of AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

Strong time-management skills

Education

Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

GIS mapping

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 designing challenging crossing spans over glaciers, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.

Your Opportunity

Our transmission line engineering group has an opportunity for a Transmission Line Designer for one of our offices located in Burnaby, Calgary, or Waterloo. You will work on several power line projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer / Designer in a dynamic, vibrant, and collaborative team environment. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow your career as a Transmission Line Engineer.

Your Key Responsibilities

Job requirements will include assisting the transmission team with engineering and design services of power transmission line projects from conceptual design through construction.

Perform design and drafting following industry codes and client standards for overhead transmission projects.

Perform route selection for overhead power lines.

Conduct modeling and analysis of transmission line and structures in PLS-CADD utilizing LiDAR.

Support project team in development of design documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements.

Assist in the development of design deliverables through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.

Participate in site visits as required.

Attend project coordination meetings and communicate with internal team members and / or external consultants. "

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Familiarity with PLS-CADD software.

Working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Experience with GIS mapping is an asset.

Familiar with North American overhead power line industry standards.

Experience developing design drawings for transmission or distribution projects.

Sound understanding of project management systems.

Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Strong time-management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Strong interest in developing new skills and career advancement.

Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively and proactively communicate project issues with project teams and clients.

Organizational skills, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments.

Education and Experience

Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree from a recognized university.

Registered with the relevant Engineering Provincial Association

Minimum 3 years of overhead power line (transmission or distribution) design and engineering experience within utilities, EPC or consulting organizations.

Typical office environment working with computers; Stantec offers a flexible work environment (a hybrid model of working in the office and at home). 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. The experience will forever shape your future. #FeelingEnergized "

Pay Range :

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 76,500.00 - Max Salary $ 110,900.00

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.

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 | BC | Burnaby

Organization : BC-1182 Energy-CA West

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 17 / 06 / 2025 03 : 06 : 06

Req ID : REQ2500021W