Electrical Engineer – HVDC and FACTS Study Engineer at BBA Consultants

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

Join BBA and make the most of your expertise by contributing to major HVDC and FACTS projects that shape tomorrow’s power systems. You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative solutions for our clients, from early-stage studies to implementation. This position offers the chance to work closely with industry leaders, mentor the next generation and represent BBA in technical committees. If you’re passionate about advanced electrical engineering and want to influence the future of energy transmission, this is your opportunity to shine.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Perform detailed HVDC and FACTS studies and apply them to complex power systems
• Work with clients, project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions
• Guide, mentor and train junior engineers in HVDC/FACTS technologies
• Represent BBA in technical committees and industry working groups
• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development activities
• Prepare and review reports, specifications, proposals and estimates
  
  

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Desire to motivate and train the next generation
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions
• Caring mindset that puts people first
• Ability to look beyond established standards
• Rigorous and ethical
• Fascination for innovation
  
  

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in electrical engineering
• P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration
• At least 10 years of industry experience, including 5+ years in HVDC/FACTS
• Expertise in HVDC/FACTS studies and related codes and standards
• Expert PSCAD user
• Proficient in PSSE
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Ability to travel within Canada, the USA and internationally for short-term assignments
• Project management knowledge (scoping, planning, estimating)
• Familiarity with electrical protection and control systems
• Knowledge of IEEE, NEC or IEC standards
• Knowledgeable in real-time simulation
  
  

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Time bank
• Onsite mobility premium
• 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 market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

• Participation in innovation projects
• Access to a leadership program
• A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
• 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.