- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Vancouver
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is recruiting for a Structural Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join its Power Solutions business focusing on Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects. This opportunity is Hybrid, based in our Vancouver, BC office.
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The Role
The Structural EIT will support the design of electrical substation and transmission structures, working alongside senior engineers and designers. This role provides exposure to a broad range of projects and professional development opportunities while contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of high-voltage power infrastructure.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Wood provides consulting and EPCM services to many of North America’s leading power generation and power distribution companies. Our Transmission & Distribution group delivers innovative solutions for substations, transmission lines, and renewable energy infrastructure across Canada and internationally.
What we can offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across power generation, transmission, and distribution
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs through our hybrid model
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is CAD $72,000 – $98,000
- Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development through tailored development plans
- Global connections with leading industry experts who are shaping the standards of our profession
Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities
- Design electrical substation structures for 12 kV to 500 kV, including switchgear and control buildings, switchyard and gantry structures, telecommunication structures, retaining walls, and transformer oil containment systems
- Design foundations for transmission towers, steel monopoles, and wood pole structures
- Support the development of proposals, study reports, engineering specifications, and contract documents
- Ensure personal and team output is completed on time, on budget, and meets or exceeds quality standards
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage multiple tasks independently and within a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Provide engineering technical support to the field during construction
- Travel to and visit client sites as required
Qualifications
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don’t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply.
Expected:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or higher, specializing in structural design
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status or eligibility to register with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC)
- 1–4 years of structural engineering experience on electrical substation projects, transmission & distribution, heavy industrial projects, or related design experience
- Proficiency in concrete, steel, and masonry design
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of structural analysis software such as STAAD Pro and SAP2000
- Working knowledge of structural drafting software such as AutoCAD
