Electrical Engineer

at  FortisBC

Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Salary Min: $93,300.00 Annually
Salary Max: $115,800.00 Annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility: No
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.
We’re actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.’s energy landscape. As one of BC’s Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let’s shape a brighter future for B.C. Position Overview
Are you a problem-solver who believes there’s a silver lining for every problem?
Are you a strong communicator with a natural ability to stay organized?
Are you a team player who enjoys working and collaborating with colleagues to get the job done?
If so, look no further! We want to hear from you! We’re looking for new talent to join us as we reinvent the future of energy. As part of our Engineering team on the electric side of the business, you’ll join a diverse team of employees we can’t do without!
If you like meaningful work, a dynamic environment and forward-thinking colleagues, build your career with us. Let’s rethink energy together.
As our Electric Engineer, you will utilize professional level engineering to support the timely, safe and cost-effective operation of FortisBC’s electrical substations.

Lead multi-discipline teams to assure optimization of maintenance, prevent failures and provide for FortisBC costumers maximum continuity in service.
Produce estimates of maintenance costs, forecast spare parts requirements, schedule, and evaluate technical alternatives.
Prepare detailed commissioning packages, in support of the FortisBC capital plan.
Participate in engineering investigations to troubleshoot, evaluate, and provide recommendations on operational issues.
Assess the needs for equipment replacements and establish effective replacement programs.
Support the development of computerized maintenance management tools.
Assess and report safety hazards associated with maintenance of equipment.
Provide operational support to FortisBC internal stakeholders.
Provide engineering services for various aspects of substation design and equipment specifications.
Maintain current detailed knowledge of design criteria, material and processes through suppliers, literature, and industry organizations and conferences. In year 1, you will:
Familiarize and learn all about FortisBC’s standards, guidelines and practices related to this responsibility.
Work in the field with PMO and Operations to understand FortisBC business.
Support FortisBC in improving and optimizing our web-based system for asset management and condition-based maintenance.
Build a strong knowledge base to understand equipment condition base maintenance.