Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Transmission Engineer


Company : BBA Consultants


Location : Vaughan, Ontario


Created : 2026-03-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Your Future Role on Our Team We are seeking a motivated and detailoriented Transmission Line Engineer to join our growing engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and analysis of overhead and underground highvoltage transmission line projects ranging from 5 kV to 765 kV. This role offers the opportunity to work on utilityscale projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic consulting environment. Type of position: Regular With Us, You Will Have the Opportunity to... Perform detailed design of overhead transmission lines, including conductor and shield wire selection, structure spotting and optimization, sag and tension calculations, and clearance analysis. Prepare engineering deliverables such as plan and profile drawings, stringing charts, design calculations, and technical reports. Conduct structural loading analysis for poles and towers under wind, ice, and brokenwire conditions. Coordinate with civil, geotechnical, environmental, and survey teams. Review vendor drawings and support procurement activities. Provide engineering support during construction and respond to field inquiries. Ensure designs comply with applicable CSA standards, utility requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Do Your Qualities and Values Match Our Corporate Culture? Results Driven Desire to motivate and develop the next generation Thirst to learn and excel Caring mindset that puts people first Efficient, both at the office and the work site Rigorous and ethical Overview Of Certifications And Job Requirements Bachelors degree in Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering. Registered as a P.Eng. or eligible for registration in Ontario or Quebec. Minimum 5+ years of transmission line design experience. Working knowledge of CSA standards and utility design practices. Strong analytical, problemsolving, and communication skills. Preferred Experience Experience with PLSCADD, PLSPOLE, and/or PLSTOWER. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation. Experience working with LiDAR data and terrain models. Knowledge of foundation design or geotechnical coordination. Experience with transmission line uprating or rehabilitation projects. Software Experience PLSCADD PLSPOLE / PLSTOWER AutoCAD / Civil 3D / MicroStation ArcGIS or other GIS tools Microsoft Excel (advanced) An Overview Of BBAs Total Rewards Annual Base Salary $98,000 - $120,500 Annual premium program for regular employees Access to a time bank Onsite mobility premium Cellphone Program Group insurance plan starting day one including shortterm and longterm disability insurance for regular employees Retirement saving plan for regular employees Vacation and sick leave Premium offered through the Employee Referral program 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 Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge A caring environment where everyones ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy Growing business with many opportunities Access to a leadership program About BBA BBA is one of Canadas 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 Canadas Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and were 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 solutionsfrom 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 fieldready support. Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team. #J-18808-Ljbffr