Posted 19 days ago
Engineer 2 - Generation Stations Civil Engineering
@ BC Hydro
Burnaby, British Columbia
Overview
BC Hydro is hiring an Engineer 2 in Generation Stations Civil Engineering, a permanent full-time role at Edmonds, to join its Civil Design Geotechnical group. The engineer plans site investigations, builds geological models, assesses geohazards and designs slope mitigation for hydroelectric facilities and dams, and leads low-complexity projects. Salary is $89,900 to $113,700 annually, with a 37.5-hour week and a lifetime pension.
Responsibilities:
- Plan site investigations and develop geological models
- Assess geohazards and design slope investigations and mitigation
- Conduct engineering analyses and prepare feasibility, preliminary and detailed designs
- Review external consultants' work as owner's engineer
- Provide work leadership to EITs and support staff
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in Geological Engineering recognized by EGBC
- Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC
- About 4+ years of geoscience engineering experience
- Effective verbal and written communication and report writing
- Class 5 driver's licence in good standing
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Professional Engineer (EGBC) |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred), Doctorate (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Geological Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Paid training |
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BC Hydro
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 50 |
Job Location: Edmonds
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk)
Annual Salary: $ 89,900.00 - 113,700.00
No. of positions: 1
Closing date: November 23, 2026
About the job:
What you’ll do
• BC Hydro’s Civil Design team is looking for a Geological Engineer to join our Geotechnical group to support ongoing capital projects across the province. *As a Intermediate Engineer, you work with a multi-discipline team of engineers and geoscientists to deliver cost-effective solutions for BC Hydro's operations and capital programs on existing hydroelectric facilities and dams.
• Your responsibilities include planning and coordination of site investigations, development of geological models, slope investigations and mitigation, geohazard assessments, conducting analytical engineering analyses, carrying out feasibility, preliminary and detailed level designs and preparing reports.
• You will lead the engineering work on low complexity projects and work under the technical direction of more experienced engineers on medium-to-high complexity projects.
• Work with external consultants to review and accept their work on behalf of BC Hydro in the role of owner’s engineer to ensure accuracy and achievement of project requirements and adherence to engineering good practices and standards.
• Provide work leadership to EITs and support staff.
What you bring
• A Bachelor degree in Geological Engineering recognized by Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. (EGBC) is required. Preference will be given to those applicants with a Masters or Ph.D degree.
• You are currently registered or eligible for immediate registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC.
• 4+ years of Geological/Geoscience engineering experience demonstrating an ability to perform at or near the Intermediate Engineering level is preferred. Candidates with lesser experience may be considered.
• Effective verbal and written communication and report writing skills are essential.
• The ideal candidate is open-minded and willing to take on a wide range of assignments and has a passion for understanding geoscience and its integration with engineering solutions.
• Demonstrated education, training, and experience with as many of the following key subject areas is desired: a. Development of geological and geomorphological models b. Drilling, core logging and site characterisation c. Investigation and evaluation of geological hazards (landslides, rockfalls, avalanches, coastal/lake erosion, flooding, tsunamis, debris flows, etc.) d. Geophysics - principles and engineering applications (particularly seismic methods) e. Rock tunnel design and inspection, rock anchor design, design of rockfall barriers and mesh f. Rock mechanics including rock mass quality assessment and characterisation g. Quaternary geology h. Geomorphology and geomorphological processes i. Bedrock geology, including structural geology
What we offer
• 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. 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.
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
What else you should know
• A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License: In good standing.
• Occasional travel to project sites in remote areas of BC may be required.
• Applicants who do not meet the full qualifications or those with lesser work experience may be considered for a lower level position. Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirements specified in the updated M&P TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply. 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: 2026-10-26 Closing Date: 2026-11-23 52487722 For internal use
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click 'Apply'
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