Junior Designer / EIT

The Opportunity ZE Power Engineering is an innovative industry leading company that provides engineering services to the electric utility industry. We are currently seeking an individual as a Junior Designer / EITto contribute to our projects. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge of electrical utility systems while working in a great team environment at a fast-growing company. Responsibilities Prepare and deliver electrical distribution design packages for pole renewals, line extensions, underground conversions, and system improvements, ensuring compliance with BC Hydro standards. Perform structural analysis using SPIDAcalc to model pole loading, guying, and framing for tangent and angle structures. Develop construction-ready drawings, coordinating with drafting staff as needed. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including municipalities, MoTI, railway, and pipeline companies, to obtain permits and approvals for projects. Ensure design quality and accuracy by following established standards, minimizing errors, and incorporating review feedback promptly. Support project execution by addressing field inquiries, clarifying design intent, and providing technical guidance during construction. Maintain documentation and records in accordance with client requirements (BC Hydro) and ZE Power Engineering protocols. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and technologists to meet project schedules, budgets, and deliverable requirements. Actively participate in professional development to maintain EIT status and progress toward Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation. Requirements Required: Strong technical and analytical skills with proficiency in engineering design tools. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders (municipalities, MoTI, pipeline, railway, etc.). A valid Class 5 driver's license. A proactive and results-driven approach to work. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical preferred). Eligible for or currently registered as an EIT with EGBC. Utility experience: Overhead pole line design with BC Hydro (highest value), other BC or Canadian utilities. FEM modeling experience (SpidaCalc/PLS CADD preferred) Local candidate (preferred but not required). Familiarity with BC Hydro standards and processes. About us We provide our clients with transmission, substation, and distribution design, as well as project management and construction support. ZE Power Engineering Inc. has an exceptional group of engineers and consultants with extensive experience in a variety of specializations. With a dynamic corporate culture and supportive management team, a career at ZE is what you make of it. Our environment is defined by the people that work in our company. We stress a balanced approach to work and healthy living. Our head office is located conveniently next to the Richmond Middle Arm waterfront trail, Olympic Oval. ZE offers excellent career development opportunities along with a competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are the kind of person who takes initiative, has a positive attitude, and wants to make an impact, then we want to hear from you.