LSO ENG 3 - Radio Systems Engineer – Closing date extended

The Team
The Avalanche, Weather, Radio and Telecommunications team is a small, dedicated group responsible for maintaining the Ministry’s critical radio communications infrastructure and associated systems. This tight-knit team of technical professionals supports province-wide operations to ensure the safety and reliability of communication networks essential to highway maintenance and public safety.

The Role
As a Radio Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design and engineering of the Ministry of Transportation and Transit’s (MOTT) proprietary radio system, and supervising the development and standards that govern the design, manufacture and installation of components related to MOTT’s radio systems. The position provides expert advice and services to the Province, IMB, regions, districts, other public agencies and road and bridge maintenance contractors, regarding radio system operations and infrastructure. This position must say informed and current about the most recent developments in this professional field to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. The position requires the individual to be technically proficient, self-learning, and have excellent communication skills.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with four years of varied communication and transportation related experience.
• Must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Experience working with the following (An equivalent combination of experience may be considered):
  • Communications networks, including spread spectrum;
  • Arduino module design and programming;
  • AutoCAD;
  • Radio control systems and instrumentation;
  • RoIP networks;
  • VHF and UHF radio systems; and,
  • Telephone interconnect systems.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following: (applicants that screen in on the above essential criteria may be further screened on any of the following preferences)

• Specializations in RF and/or telecommunications engineering
• Amateur Radio Operators Certificate;
• Radio modulation schemes;
• Information technology; and
• Computer networking.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (those that screen in may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies)

• Knowledge of antenna patterns and propagation models.
• Working knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Working knowledge of grounding and lightning arresting techniques.
• Excellent knowledge of electronics and maintenance requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of microprocessor hardware, operating systems and network applications.
• Working knowledge of C/C++ Language for Arduino programming.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, contractors, Ministry officials, the public, and other agencies.
• Moderate coordination and dexterity required for driving to monitor and inspect field operations, perform complex equipment repairs, adjustments, and maintenance on site.
• Skills and abilities in meeting, working with, and negotiation with various stakeholders and consultants.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and other electronic applications.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to assess, respond, and re-prioritize tasks to support emergent and changing scenarios.

Provisos:

• Valid Class 5 Motor Vehicle License.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the province in order to perform field work and assessments on remote mountaintop repeater sites. This field work may occur in adverse environmental conditions and a variety of transportation modes, including helicopters, snowmobiles and hiking into remote sites may be required.

MUST BE WILLING AND ABLE TO:

• Travel year round to satisfy site construction and maintenance.
• Travel and work for extended periods on short notice in urgent situations.
• Work on mountaintops in winter in locations prone to adverse weather and without shelter.
• Train and attain certification in Tower Climbing, Crane Safe, Survival, TDG, WHIMIS and other requirements to stay relevant in the position.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Wilson.Tsang@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment September 12, 2025: Posting closing date extended to September 26, 2025.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, diverse work environment, a healthy work/life balance, and excellent benefits. In addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association members, there is an allowance to cover professional fees, strong dental and medical plans and much more. Salary listed does not include the additional 7% Overtime Shift Standby (OSS) provision that can be taken as taken as time off or salary on an annual basis which is on top of four (4) weeks annual leave.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as currently registered as a Professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and able to obtain registration in BC within 6 months of employment. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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