P&C Project Engineer

MatchBox Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of its client for a Specialist Project Engineer to join a Protection, Control, and Telecommunications Engineering team supporting critical utility infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will join a Project Engineering and Commissioning team that plays a key role in delivering technically complex infrastructure projects. This position is well suited to a senior engineer with strong experience leading multidisciplinary engineering work, managing technical risk, and supporting projects involving protection and control systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and system integration within an electric utility environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the engineering scope of large or technically complex infrastructure projects, including coordination of scope, schedule, and cost

• Act as Owner’s Engineer Lead on projects where engineering work is performed by external consultants or vendors, coordinating internal review and acceptance of third-party deliverables

• Work closely with Project Managers to support project execution and alignment across engineering and delivery requirements

• Identify and manage technical project risks, including system integration with existing transmission infrastructure

• Work with functional leaders to establish engineering teams and define project design, review, schedule, and resource plans

• Coordinate the development of technical specifications, drawings, and engineering documentation, and manage consultant engineering support where required

• Collaborate with construction, contract management, engineering, quality, and field operations teams to provide technical support during manufacturing, construction, testing, and commissioning

• Prepare and review recommendations, technical communications, and presentations for management on complex engineering and project matters

• Coach and mentor project team members and support the development of engineers in similar roles across the organization

• Contribute to department objectives, performance measures, engineering process improvements, workflow enhancements, and quality assurance practices

• Support problem identification, risk mitigation, and development of practical engineering solutions across technically challenging projects

• Chair technical meetings and participate in presentations, seminars, courses, and industry discussions as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or an advanced degree in a related engineering discipline recognized by Canadian universities

• Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with EGBC

• Strong understanding of EGBC quality management guidelines, continuing education requirements, and code of ethics

• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience in one or more of the following areas: transmission power systems, industrial control systems, telecommunications networks, cybersecurity, or systems engineering

• Minimum 4 years of experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary design work on medium to large infrastructure projects

• Strong understanding of how engineering projects impact transmission system operations and multidisciplinary project delivery

• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills, including technical writing and stakeholder engagement

• Good understanding of project management principles and engineering project delivery processes

• Experience coordinating internal teams, external engineering partners, and project stakeholders across complex technical projects

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing

• Willingness to travel to project sites as required

Assets

• Experience managing Owner’s reviews of externally completed multidisciplinary engineering work

• Experience with telecommunications and/or protection and control projects

• Knowledge of utility project delivery practices and engineering design processes

• Site experience on large construction projects such as substations, transmission lines, or hydroelectric facilities

• Experience supporting projects across the full lifecycle, from conceptual design through testing and commissioning

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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.

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