Transmission Line Engineer

BBA Consultants; Mont-Saint-Hilaire; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance plan from day one

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Flexible schedule combining office and

Opportunity to work in the field

Job summary

BBA Consultants is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to lead electrical power transmission projects across Canada. You’ll engage from feasibility through commissioning, leveraging PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE and collaborating with substations, civil, structural, environmental and construction teams.

The role involves diverse client projects across Quebec and Canada, with emphasis on safe, sustainable design and effective technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3–8 years of relevant experience in distribution line design.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Knowledge of standards for electrical distribution networks.
• Experience in drawings, specifications, and construction support.
• High level English for collaboration with offices/clients; high level French for Quebec.
• Knowledge of PLS-TOWER, L-Pile or SAG10 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design power transmission infrastructure rated at 69 kV and above.
• Develop concepts and perform engineering studies.
• Prepare and optimize PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE models.
• Perform mechanical, structural and electrical calculations.
• Design support structures and foundations.
• Review and approve technical deliverables and reports.
• Coordinate with related disciplines and provide project leadership.
• Support procurement and construction phases.
• Mentor junior team members and develop discipline practices.

Skills

Results-driven

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Mentoring

English proficiency

French proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

L-Pile

SAG10

Job description

Transmission Line Engineer

Job available in these locations:

Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC, Canada Quebec City, QC, Canada Montreal, QC, Canada Toronto, ON, Canada Vancouver, BC, Canada Calgary, AB, Canada Edmonton, AB, Canada Concord, ON, Canada Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Type of position Regular

Your future role on our team

Join BBA and contribute to the successful delivery of strategic electrical power transmission projects across Canada. As part of our team, you will be involved in every stage of electrical infrastructure projects, from feasibility studies through commissioning.

You will leverage your technical expertise on large-scale projects focused on transmitting energy through the power transmission network. You will work closely with specialists in substations, civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental services and construction to develop reliable, safe and sustainable solutions.

You will be involved in a variety of projects for utilities, renewable energy producers and major industrial clients across Quebec and throughout Canada.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to…

• Design power transmission infrastructure rated at 69 kV and above
• Develop technical concepts and perform the required engineering studies
• Prepare and optimize PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE models
• Perform and validate mechanical, structural and electrical calculations
• Design support structures and their foundations
• Prepare, review and approve technical deliverables, including studies, drawings, specifications, cost estimates and calculation reports
• Act as a technical project manager or technical project director
• Coordinate technical interfaces with associated disciplines
• Provide technical support during procurement and construction phases
• Mentor less experienced team members and contribute to the development of discipline practices

Do your qualities and values align with our corporate culture?

• Results-driven mindset
• Eagerness to learn and excel
• Inspiring leadership
• Efficiency both in the office and in the field
• Desire to be at the heart of the action
• Thoroughness and strong ethical standards
• Ability to communicate and share knowledge
• Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Position requirements and qualifications at a glance

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 3 to 8 years of relevant experience in distribution line design
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
• Knowledge of standards and practices applicable to electrical distribution networks
• Experience in preparing drawings and specifications, as well as providing construction support
• Advanced level of English to foster effective collaboration with BBA offices and/or clients located in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally (the frequency of English use may vary from occasional to daily depending on active projects)
• Advanced level of French to foster effective collaboration with BBA offices and/or clients located in Quebec
• Asset: Knowledge of complementary software such as PLS-TOWER, L-Pile or SAG10

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary
• Annual bonus for all regular employees
• Site mobility premium
• Overtime bank
• Cell phone expense reimbursement
• Group insurance plan from day one of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Employee referral bonus

BBA considers many factors when determining annual base salary, including region, market conditions, education, relevant and verified work experience, technical assessment results, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you’ll enjoy many benefits

• Dynamic social club offering activities for every interest
• Access to numerous experts and coaching opportunities
• Collaborative team that shares ideas and knowledge
• Opportunity to work in the field: a major career accelerator!
• Customized training and development plans
• Flexible schedule combining office presence and remote work
• Growing company offering multiple opportunities
• Inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness

AboutBBA

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 has 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.