Computer programming Jobs in North Vancouver, BC

Carollo Engineers is an internationally recognized environmental engineering firm that specializes in the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater facilities. We are seeking a Regional Programming Manager- Canada to support our vision of becoming the best water consulting firm.

The Regional Programming Manager – Canada is responsible for establishing, leading, and growing Carollo’s in-house PLC, SCADA, and controls programming capabilities across Canada. The role is intentionally delivery-first, with an initial emphasis on hands‑on programming leadership, technical oversight, and project execution, and a longer‑term focus on building a scalable Canadian programming team.

While the role interfaces closely with Electrical and Instrumentation & Controls disciplines, the primary mandate is to strengthen Carollo’s internal programming depth, reduce reliance on third‑party integrators, and deliver consistent, high‑quality automation solutions for municipal water and wastewater clients. This position serves as the Canadian programming lead and works in close coordination with US‑based Programming and EPIC leadership during the growth phase.

At Carollo you’ll make an impact at an organization that does meaningful work, fosters a collaborative team culture, and creates a diverse, inclusive environment where you feel like you belong. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and dynamic team of professionals that is truly passionate about our work. Carollo’s vision is to be the BEST water consulting firm and you’ll find that Carollo is also the best place for you to build your career.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical authority for PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming on Canadian projects

Lead development, review, and QA / QC of control logic, HMI standards, SCADA architectures, alarm philosophies, and system integration

Provide hands‑on programming support in the near term to support active and anticipated contracts

Establish programming standards, workflows, templates, and best practices aligned with Carollo’s programming group

Lead or support commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and operator training activities

Act as Programming Lead or Project Manager for programming‑centric scopes

Maintain accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk for programming deliverables

Coordinate closely with Carollo design teams, contractors, and clients to integrate programming activities into overall project delivery

Emphasize reliable, on‑time delivery as a core expectation of the Canadian programming practice

Establish and grow a Canadian programming team, starting with direct leadership and mentoring

Identify staffing needs and support recruitment and onboarding of programmers as workload increases

Provide technical mentorship and professional development to junior and mid‑level programming staff

Define a phased growth plan for programming resources aligned with forecasted workload

Provide technical review and coordination support for electrical and I&C designs to ensure alignment with programming and operational requirements

Serve as the primary programming interface with Electrical and I&C teams until dedicated Canadian discipline leads are established

Support integration of field instrumentation, control panels, and communications systems with programmed solutions

• Support proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimates for programming and controls scopes
• Participate in client meetings and interviews as the Canadian programming lead
• Help identify opportunities to transition outsourced programming work into Carollo’s internal services
• Build trusted advisor relationships with Canadian clients, with a focus on automation and operational performance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

PMP certification preferred

Extensive experience in PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming for municipal water and wastewater systems

Strong understanding of control system architecture, networking, and system integration

Demonstrated experience leading programming teams and delivering complex automation projects

Experience working in remote, northern, or resource‑constrained environments preferred

Ability to balance hands‑on technical work with leadership and team development

Compensation Range

$160,000 to $185,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides support for employees and their families to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, extended health care coverage, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents as well as a travel assistance program. Other compensation that may be available includes : RRSP company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or status as a protected veteran.

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