Telecom Engineers – Multiple Levels

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At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need

people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,

inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,

and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers

and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a

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help support you in your application process.

Telecom Engineers – Multiple Levels

Number of positions: 7 Job Location:

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Position Highlights

BC Hydro is expanding and modernizing our power system to support B.C.’s growing demand for clean energy. As part of

this transformation, our telecommunications network is evolving to deliver faster, more resilient, and more secure

connectivity across the province.

We are hiring across all of our Telecom Engineering design teams, with multiple positions available in different technical

specializations. Our engineers help design and upgrade the essential telecom infrastructure that supports system growth,

new industrial development, grid reliability, and the replacement of aging equipment across the province.

In these roles, you will work in a dynamic and demanding environment and contribute to engineering studies, design

solutions, standards, construction support, commissioning, and lifecycle asset management for one of the largest and most

complex private networks in British Columbia.

You’ll also have access to hands on training and a dedicated telecom technology lab, where we test and validate next

generation systems before deployment.

If you’re a motivated telecom professional looking to work on innovative, meaningful, high impact projects that support B.

C.’s clean energy future, join our collaborative team and help shape the next generation of BC Hydro’s Telecommunication

network.

What you'll do

As an Intermediate/senior member of our Telecom Engineering team, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation

of BC Hydro’s telecommunications network. You will design high-performance transport systems and critical connectivity

solutions that support utility operations, SCADA, grid protection, and cybersecurity across the province.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design of telecom networks and circuits, ensuring the reliability, performance, and security needed to support

real-time grid operations and future utility technologies.

• Act as the Professional of Record (PoR) for internal designs and act as Owner’s Engineer for external engineering service

provider submissions. You will ensure that every design meets stringent safety, technical, and regulatory requirements

while maintaining BC Hydro’s engineering excellence.

• Provide design calculations, drawings and other installation and circuit implementation documentation for the construction

of telecom infrastructure including microwave radio links, fiber optic networks, WiMAX radio network, Satellite

communications, Power Line Carrier links, LTE, leased facilities, IP/MPLS networks, Digital cross-connect switches,

SONET multiplexer, Tetra/VHF/UHF mobile radio, teleprotection, and -48 VDC power systems.

• Design and implement IP and MPLS network architectures for utility telecommunications systems, including network

planning, configuration, lab validation, interoperability testing, and migration execution. This also includes developing

advanced QoS and traffic-engineering solutions to ensure deterministic performance for mission-critical services such as

SCADA and protection systems, supported by detailed engineering documentation, field validation, and technical

assistance during cutovers.

• Partner closely with Project Managers and construction teams to meet safety, cost, and milestones. You will resolve

complex field issues, guide construction teams, and provide essential technical leadership during installation, testing, and

commissioning.

• Conduct specialized engineering studies and deep technical investigations to solve challenging problems in transport

networks, SCADA communications, protection circuits, and cybersecurity related telecom infrastructure.

• Ensure all engineering work complies with EGBC requirements, BC Hydro standards, and industry best practices,

reinforcing a culture of technical integrity and professional accountability.

• Participate in site visits and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to confirm design intent, support field implementation,

and contribute to maintenance and emergency restoration activities when critical telecom systems are impacted.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering (or a closely related discipline) from a recognized post-secondary

institution.

• Registered as a P.Eng. or EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC); or currently registered as a P.Eng. or EIT in

another Canadian province or internationally; or able to demonstrate active pursuit of registration with EGBC.

• Design experience with at least one of the following telecom technologies:

o Microwave radio links, fiber optic networks (DWDM/OTN), WiMAX radio network, satellite communications, Power Line

Carrier links, LTE, leased facilities, Digital cross-connect switches, SONET multiplexer, Tetra/VHF/UHF mobile radio,

teleprotection, -48V DC power systems and grounding; and TDM (SONET/PDH) and IP/MPLS circuits, including circuits

carrying teleprotection and RAS.

o Experience in IP/MPLS architecture and design—covering IPv4/IPv6, OSPF, IS IS, BGP, MPLS/VPN, EVPN, Segment

Routing, QoS, Traffic Engineering, and security across large scale LAN/WAN environments.

o Experience configuring and deploying Nokia IP/MPLS platforms including L2/L3VPN, and QoS technologies.

• Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCIE) is considered an asset.
• Nokia NRS II (Nokia Network Routing Specialist) Certification or Nokia Certified Service Routing Architect (SRA)

certification are considered assets.

• We are seeking candidates at multiple career levels. Requirements include:

o Senior Engineer: 8+ years of relevant experience.

o Engineer 2: 4+ years of relevant experience.

• Candidates with less experience may be considered for an Engineer 1 position (must be or eligible to be registered as an

EIT with EGBC).

• Demonstrated excellence in technical writing and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative on complex problems, and seek guidance when necessary.
• A solid understanding of project management processes, contract management, and construction oversight.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing is required for site visits and field support.

What we offer

We provide a work environment that values your contribution and supports your long-term growth:

• A comprehensive benefit package.
• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days to start.
• A lifetime pension plan.
• A flexible work model tailored to your role.
• Access to a wide array of training and professional development courses.
• Salary is determined by experience, education, and internal equity. The ranges for our available levels are:

o Senior Engineer: $109,680 - $138,720

o Engineer 2: $89,910 - $113,720

For more details, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role

requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as

outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

• Applicants will be assessed based on: standing with EGBC, years of experience, relevancy and quality of experience, as

well as their core competencies.

• These roles are based at the Edmonds Campus in Burnaby, BC, and follows a hybrid schedule requiring 3 days per week

in the office.

• Occasional travel across British Columbia is required to support our provincial transmission system.
• Internationally trained engineers and candidates requiring an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) may be

considered, provided they can demonstrate that they are actively pursuing registration with EGBC (P.Eng. or EIT).

• Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will

be required as a pre-condition to employment.

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: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

Date Posted: 2026-04-17 Closing Date: 2026-05-15

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