Transmission Lines Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 93,800 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee recognition

Flexible benefits

Diverse training opportunities

Generous time-off policies

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer in Vancouver to lead transmission line projects focused on HVAC and HVDC technologies. Candidates must possess a degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering, with at least 10 years of relevant design experience. This role offers competitive compensation between $93,800 and $124,000 annually, alongside benefits, professional development opportunities, and a hybrid working culture to ensure a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Transmission and Distribution lines design.
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual and detailed design for transmission lines projects.
• Review design basis memorandum and engineering scope.
• Perform site inspections during construction phase of projects.

Skills

Transmission and Distribution lines design

Communication skills (English)

Knowledge of PLS CADD

Knowledge of PLS TOWER

Knowledge of PLS POLE

Education

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering

P.Eng. registration or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people. AtkinsRéalis is offering an exceptional full‑time opportunity for a Senior Transmission Line Engineer seeking to build a strong and sustainable career in the field of electric power transmission and distribution networks. The successful candidate will be based at our Vancouver office and will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and stimulating consulting engineering environment, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

The role will focus primarily on electric power transmission line projects, encompassing both High‑Voltage Alternating Current (HVAC) and High‑Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technologies. In this capacity, the candidate will contribute to large‑scale, innovative, and strategic projects, playing an active role in supporting the energy transition and enhancing the reliability of electric power systems.

Your role

• Prepare conceptual and detailed design for transmission lines projects.
• Review the design basis memorandum, Transmission lines Requirements, detailed engineering scope and guide the assigned discipline engineers to align the engineering deliverables according to client requirements and AtkinsRéalis's Quality Management Systems.
• Preparation of Scope of Work (SOW) for survey, staking and construction, line route selection report, conductor selection report, preparation of specifications for material, equipment, construction and installation work.
• Perform Transmission Line Optimum spotting.
• Coordinate the work with internal engineering team and the client.
• Supervise the work of technicians and designers assigned to the projects.
• Construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.

About You

• A degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• P.Eng. registration or Equivalent required.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Transmission and Distribution lines design.
• Knowledge of PLS CADD, PLS TOWER and PLS POLE software essential.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken), French as a second language will be an asset.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Employee recognition.
• Flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
• Diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
• Hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with personal life.

Additional Information

Expected compensation

For this role is between $93,800 - $124,000 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.