At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electric utility planning and guide infrastructure investments for reliable electricity delivery.
- Company: FortisBC, a leader in sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Full-time position with competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team focused on innovative energy solutions in beautiful British Columbia.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on energy infrastructure and support community resilience.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Strategic electric utility planning leads FortisBC investment decisions across the Kootenay and Boundary regions, with no workplace flexibility and full-time regular employment. As a Senior Regional Engineer, you will guide long-term infrastructure planning for electric assets. You will evaluate investment opportunities, develop capital plans, and advise leaders. The work combines electrical engineering, asset management, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement to support reliable, cost-effective electricity delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead sustainment and growth capital plans for regional assets
- Evaluate investments using technical, financial, and risk analysis
- Develop business cases, scopes, estimates, and recommendations
- Prioritize projects through asset investment methodologies
- Support reliability, grid modernization, and climate resilience initiatives
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
- Eight years of progressively responsible electric utility experience
- British Columbia Professional Engineer designation or registration eligibility
- Knowledge of transmission, distribution, asset management, and regulations
- Capital planning, financial assessment, and stakeholder engagement experience
Apply your electrical engineering, capital planning, and analytical expertise to FortisBC infrastructure serving British Columbia customers and communities.
Senior Electric Utility Planning Engineer in Castlegar employer: FortisBC
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