Security Systems Engineer

Security Systems Engineer

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, in-office attendance required; remote candidates are not accepted
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week
Industry: Utilities / Electrical Engineering / Protection & Control

About the Opportunity

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support one of British Columbia's largest utility providers.

This role is focused on Physical Security System design, including equipment layouts, wiring and schematics, equipment sizing, cable selection, security system design, testing, commissioning, and engineering standards. The successful candidate will work closely with drafters, designers, and Professionals of Record while providing senior-level engineering expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical and/or P&C designs, including equipment layouts, wiring, and schematics.
• Perform equipment sizing and cable type and size selection.
• Work collaboratively with drafters, designers, and Professionals of Record.
• Develop security designs, including equipment type, layout, wiring, and schematics.
• Develop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Perform testing and commissioning activities at site.
• Provide support for engineering standard updates.
• Develop safe engineering solutions and resolve technical design and field engineering challenges.
• Conduct engineering studies and analysis and provide technical recommendations.
• Support project safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a relevant engineering field or equivalent.
• P.Eng. registration with EGBC
• Electrical, P&C, or combined electrical/P&C design experience.
• Experience with equipment layout design.
• Experience with wiring and schematic design.
• Experience with equipment sizing and cable type and size selection.
• Experience working with drafters, designers, and Professionals of Record.
• Familiarity with CAD systems and drawing standards.
• Ability to use standard industry design/analysis software.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Intermediate written and spoken English skills for a professional environment.
• Valid Class 5 vehicle licence.
• Must be able to attend the office.
• Ability to apply independent engineering judgment to medium-complexity design and field engineering assignments.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with utility engineering and drafting standards.

Work Location

The position is based at the Horne Payne Office in British Columbia with a hybrid work arrangement.

Candidates must be able to attend the office. Fully remote candidates are not accepted for this role.

The position also includes site testing and commissioning activities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role provides an opportunity to contribute to specialized electrical, P&C, and security engineering work while applying senior-level design expertise across equipment layouts, schematics, cable selection, testing, commissioning, and engineering standards.

Apply Today

If you're a P.Eng. with electrical and/or P&C design experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your updated resume to learn more about this opportunity.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com
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