Senior Electrical Technologist Testing and Commissioning and Project Management

Job summary

Manage and support projects involving high-voltage facilities, balance-of-plant systems, and power transmission equipment, while providing commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical expertise. Develop proposals and technical documentation, support project execution and client relationships, and help improve team capabilities and work methods.

Job details

Type of position: Regular Your future role on our team The BBA Field Services team is looking for new team members who thrive on technical challenges, enjoy problem-solving and are committed to exceeding client expectations. You’ll serve primarily as a project manager, supporting clients while also contributing as a seller/doer. You’ll serve as a resource and owner’s engineer for multiple projects involving high-voltage facilities, balance-of-plant systems and the integration of equipment for power transmission facilities. We’re seeking someone who can work independently while actively engaging with the team to share knowledge and develop relationships that support the growth and expansion of Field Services across Western Canada and internationally. With us, you’ll get the opportunity to... Provide commissioning and maintenance expertise within a practice-centered business, providing technical support for both clients and internal teams. This may include serving as a subject matter expert on projects or responding to client requests for investigations and troubleshooting Help create proposals and business readiness documentation while ensuring proper project management quality processes are followed Support the commissioning of specialized equipment, including converter transformers, rectifiers, power electronics and the associated protection and control systems Help grow a team with strong expertise in balance-of-plant systems for power generation and transmission facilities, while developing your own subject matter expertise in key technical areas Support the project management and technical execution of projects across multiple BBA groups Serve as a trusted client-facing resource to help clients identify and implement effective solutions Support business relations and maintain high-quality professional services while spending up to 30% of your time on site, including factory inspections Apply established work methods and help with their continuous improvement Foster productive working relationships with colleagues, clients and project partners while maintaining the quality of professional services delivered Follow, review and implement safety procedures and requirements Help deliver detailed engineering projects Draft technical documents, commissioning reports, calculation notes and estimates Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture? Results-driven Thirst to learn and excel Caring mindset that puts people first Ability to look beyond established standards Fascination for innovation Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma (technologist) in electrical engineering, telecommunications or another related field From 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in electrical apparatus commissioning, maintenance, protection relays, telecommunications and control systems testing Experience working in operating and brownfield facilities with industrial and utility systems Comfortable working in challenging weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, as well as driving on winter roads, in remote locations and on forest service roads Comfortable working in remote areas with limited means of communication Able to lift 70 lbs regularly Available to travel to BBA offices across Canada Available for short- and long-term work assignments at client sites throughout Canada Asset: Bilingual (English and French) Asset: experience with power control systems for the power generation and renewable energy sectors Asset: knowledge of and experience with industry-standard communications protocols, such as DNP3, Modbus and IEC 61850, in industrial or utility applications An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards Annual premium program for regular employees Onsite mobility premium Time bank Cellphone fee reimbursements Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program Retirement savings plan Annual vacation and sick leave Premium for employee referrals BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills. At BBA, You Get Many Benefits Access to many experts and coaching Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness About BBA BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry. Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves. Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support. Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.

What you’ll do

Manage and support projects involving high-voltage facilities, balance-of-plant systems, and power transmission equipment, while providing commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical expertise. Develop proposals and technical documentation, support project execution and client relationships, and help improve team capabilities and work methods.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or a related field, plus 8–10 years of relevant experience in electrical apparatus commissioning and maintenance, protection relays, telecommunications, and control systems testing. Candidates must be comfortable with remote and brownfield work, challenging weather and travel, and regularly lifting up to 70 pounds; experience with power control systems and protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, and IEC 61850 is an asset.

Benefits

• Annual Premium Program • Onsite Mobility Premium • Time Bank • Cellphone Fee Reimbursements • Group Insurance • Disability Insurance • Telemedicine Program • Retirement Savings Plan • Annual Vacation • Sick Leave • Employee Referral Premium • Coaching • Flexible Schedule • Work From Home

Listed skills

• Power Electronics · Preferred
• safety procedures · Preferred
• client relations · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Electrical Commissioning
• Electrical Maintenance
• High-Voltage Facilities
• Balance-of-Plant Systems
• Protection Relays
• Protection and Control Systems
• Telecommunications Systems
• Control Systems Testing
• Power Electronics
• Troubleshooting
• Technical Writing
• Proposal Development
• Client Relations
• Safety Procedures
• DNP3

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Security & Safety