Job Description

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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


person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com, as adjustments can be made to


help support you in your application process.

CAD 2

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Edmonds 04



Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland



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



Annual salary: $ 64,100.00 - 69,200.00

What you'll do

Creates and revises a variety of 2D and 3D engineering/design computer-aided drafting (CAD) models and drawings
associated for an assigned engineering/design discipline (including but not limited to: Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical,


Protection & Control (P&C), Telecom or Municipal) for projects in Generation, Transmission or Distribution throughout the


province using BC Hydro tools, guides and standards.




Produces a variety of associated graphs, drawings, maps, diagrams, elevation and profile work, isolation/operate
drawings, crossing permit and right-of-way permit.




Determines when Engineering computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) standards and specifications may need to be
altered to meet non-standard situations and that their application is appropriate and applies to the ongoing drafting work


and reviews with higher-level CADD team members.




Assesses the drawings against applicable engineering/design and CADD standards and where the design appears to be
non-standard or involve conflicting data, flags and may correct errors for the attention of the Engineer/Designer.




Performs calculations to determine dimensions, elevations and slopes, actual scale, base loads, quantities of materials
and components, acceptable clearances and design layout.




Analyzes what may be minimal engineering/design instructions to determine individual project requirements for drawing
layouts and presentation of information and gathers additional engineering/design data to meet these requirements,


depending on the scope, complexity and nature of each project.




May lead or participate in working groups and technical committees such as the creation of CADD standards and
supporting materials such as standards, manuals or block drawings.




May provide on-the-job orientation to new CAD 1 team members.


Performs all the duties of the CAD 1 job.


Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

One (1) year certificate in computer-aided drafting (CAD) from an accredited post-secondary technical institution.


Four (4) years of experience in a computer-aided drafting (CAD) role in a relevant discipline (such as Civil/Structural,
Electrical, Mechanical, P&C, Telecom or Municipal). Preference given to the discipline directly relating to the position.




OR




Equivalent combination of academic training with CADD as part of the educational and/or development program and related CADD experience.




Electrical utility or in a similar industry experience would be an asset.


Requires successful completion of applicable introductory courses on the BC Hydro Electrical System; or must be
completed within one (1) year of starting in the job.




Must hold a valid class five (5) driver's licence

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.




A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing:


Driver's License Type = Class 5




Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca


Technical knowledge in P&C and SCADA design. Working knowledge and skills in Autodesk AutoCAD. Knowledge of the BCH Engineering CADD standards. Good interpersonal, organizational and management skills and the ability to work in an multi discipline environment. Proven ability to train and/or facilitate training in CADD software's and general Drafting skills. Substation Design Suite (SDS) for Protection and Control is an asset.


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.

Date Posted:

2025-09-22

Closing Date:

2025-10-06



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