Software Developer – Design System
Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology
RubyRuby on Rails
Power Distribution Engineer
Wood
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Vancouver • 🇨🇦 Canada
Visit company websiteSalary
💰 CA$80,000 - CA$150,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Lead and support distribution electrical engineering projects from feasibility to construction and commissioning
- Define scopes of work, perform engineering calculations, and develop detailed design drawings
- Engineer distribution electrical projects through the entire project lifecycle from conceptual and feasibility, through detailed design, to construction and service
- Support the preparation of technical specifications, tender documents, and technical reports
- Provide construction support and overall project engineering coordination
- Respond to information requests during construction and complete project documentation
- Mentor and guide junior staff
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering from a recognized university
- Professional Engineering Designation or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in the province of British Columbia
- 5+ years of overhead and underground distribution engineering experience serving utilities in North America
- Knowledge of CSA/IEC/NESC Standards and major utility standards
- Proficiency in electrical design, including selection and installation of conductors, insulators, switchgear, circuit breakers, and other distribution equipment
- Experience with smart infrastructure equipment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to apply sound engineering judgment to resolve technical issues
- Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for high-profile projects
- Proven experience in leading a team of engineers and designers to deliver projects
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood is required
Benefits
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to industry leaders in Transmission & Distribution
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews ensuring we reward at the right level in line with the market
- Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
- Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
electrical engineeringcivil engineeringengineering calculationsdetailed design drawingstechnical specificationstender documentsproject documentationelectrical designdistribution equipmentsmart infrastructure equipment
Soft skills
verbal communicationwritten communicationcollaborationstakeholder communicationengineering judgmentresponsibilityleadershipmentoringguidanceteam management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineering Designationeligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer