Reporting to the Manager, BC Interior Operations , the Electrical Engineering Co-op Student is responsible for assisting in the overall execution of underground / overhead electrical distribution projects at our Kelowna or Trail locations. This role is open to students available for an 8-month term starting in May 2026.
Responsibilities :
- Attending site visits for planning and implementation of electrical utility designs.
- Design and drafting of underground and overhead electrical distribution infrastructure using AutoCAD.
- Electrical and structural engineering calculations for underground and overhead systems.
- Compiling material lists and project cost estimates.
- Obtain approvals from and communicate with various stakeholders (electrical utility, customers, consultants, municipal and provincial authorities, etc.).
- Tracking and actively advancing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Help aid in the creation of internal tools and processes to improve work efficiency.
- Other duties may be required related to completing the above work.
Qualifications :
Interpersonal skills that help develop business relationships and foster a friendly work environment.Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with others to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, on time, and on budget.Demonstrated self-motivation and drive for improvement.An ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
Enrollment in a post-secondary engineering degree or technologist diploma program.A Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle (preferred).Additional Assets :
Familiarity with electrical utility design and construction standards.Experience working in the electric utility or engineering environment, ideally with experience in design and cost estimating of electrical distribution projects.Understanding of computer programming or experience creating / working with macro-enabled Excel workbooks.Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.Experience with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, AGi32 and MS Office.Salary Range : $23.00 – $27.00 per hour
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