Source: BC Hydro
Job Title: Specialist Engineer - Resource Integration, Energy Planning & Analytics
Job Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 5R3
Annual Salary: $ 127,900.00 - 161,800.00
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Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.
We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we build an even cleaner B.C.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Resource Integration, the Resource Integration Specialist Engineer will be responsible for:
* Ensuring traditional and non-traditional resources (such as utility-scale battery, demand response and conservation/efficiency measures) are integrated in long-term system planning and grid requirements are identified and secured.
* Nominating adequate Network Integration Transmission Services (NITS) pursuant to the Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) to meet customer load requirements.
* Coordinating the integration of transmission-related planning and reliability considerations in the development of BC Hydro’s integrated resource plans.
* Developing and maintaining the Generation Dispatch in Transmission Planning guideline to ensure the transmission system is adequate to reliably deliver resources to serve load. Providing guidance on the application of the planning guideline to transmission projects.
* Developing Fort Nelson long term resource plan to meet future demand considering several contingency resource and load scenarios.
* Developing and maintaining the reference prices for the transmission and distribution systems.
* Contributing to regulatory activities including the Integrated Resource Plan, revenue requirement filings and CPCN applications.
* Representing BC Hydro in technical committees of WECC and other regional organizations as required.
* Identifying, fostering and managing ongoing internal and external relationships to support the team’s core functions and ensure technical considerations and business processes are integrated across key business units.
* Prioritizing technical & process improvements in support of BC Hydro’s business objectives.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by Canadian Universities.
* Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC), or another Canadian Regulatory body.
* A minimum of 10 years of progressive and comprehensive engineering experience, with a primary focus on power system planning and operations (generation, transmission, distribution).
* A minimum of 4 years leading and coordinating multi-discipline medium to large projects, preferably on projects similar in nature to BC Hydro in terms of size, complexity, and stakeholders.
* Knowledge of power system modelling concepts including transmission and distribution power flows and generation resource adequacy. Experience with PSSE, PowerWorld, CYME, MARS is an asset.
* Data Analysis and/or data management experience is considered an asset.
* Knowledge of project management principles
* Good understanding of engineering economics
* Knowledge of smart grid is an asset, for example, Battery Management Systems, Energy Storage Management Systems, EMS-DMS integration, rates/demand response/distribution generation/electrical vehicle charging management systems and non-wires alternatives.
* Excellent leadership and communication, negotiation and relationship building skills.
* Proven ability to think independently, strategically, and laterally, in order to highlight improvement opportunities, and drive change.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to adjust the communication style for different internal and external audiences from asset planners and project managers to the Executive Team and the Board of Directors.
* Excellent planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
- A lifetime pension
- Flexible work model, depending on your role type
- Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits
* This posting is for a Full Time Temporary position scheduled until approximately August 2026.
* A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following: Engineers & GeoScientists BC (EGBC)= In Good Standing
* Applicants who do not meet the full qualifications or those with lesser work experience may be considered for a lower level
position (Senior Engineer).
Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 5R3
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by June 22, 2025.
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We're always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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We are safe.
We are here for our customers.
We are one team.
We include everyone.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are forward thinking.
BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.
We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
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Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.
IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week
