About the role#
This is an 8-month full-time co-op position starting in September 2026. You will work alongside engineers and managers to gain experience within the operating and engineering groups at FortisBC.
What you'll do#
- Perform site visits with the Distribution Design Group.
- Document typical work tasks and update training materials.
- Work with the Design Group, Regulatory, and Operations teams to update process documentation.
- Provide technical support to the Distribution Design and Operations group.
- Update Distribution Design tools and configurations using MS Excel or scripting methods.
- Liaise with other utilities to help develop strategic department changes.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor of Engineering program with an Electrical focus (third or fourth year).
- Current enrollment in a co-op program.
- A valid driver’s license and current abstract.
Location & details#
- Location: Kelowna, British Columbia.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time co-op student.
About FortisBC
FortisBC is a Canadian utility company based in Surrey, British Columbia. The company provides natural gas, electricity, and propane to nearly 1.3 million customers throughout the province. Its operations reach 135 cities and towns, along with 58 First Nations communities. With a workforce of over 2,400 employees, the organization focuses on energy infrastructure and community investment projects.
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