Generation Stations Project Engineer

Generation Stations Project Engineer

Location: Burnaby, BC
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – minimum 3 days per week in office
Travel: Travel to facilities throughout British Columbia, with occasional travel elsewhere in North America and internationally

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Generation Stations Project Engineer to support one of British Columbia’s largest utility providers. This is a senior engineering opportunity focused on the delivery of large, technically complex hydroelectric generation infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will lead and coordinate the engineering component of major projects, managing scope, schedule, cost, technical risk, and multidisciplinary engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle. Projects may include new generating units, powerhouse reconstruction, major plant and unit upgrades, dam safety projects, and spillway upgrades.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities for complex generation infrastructure projects.
• Manage the engineering scope, schedule, cost, resources, and technical risks associated with assigned projects.
• Perform the Owner’s Engineer Lead role where engineering is completed by external consultants, contractors, or equipment vendors.
• Coordinate internal technical reviews and acceptance of third-party engineering designs and deliverables.
• Establish engineering design and review plans, strategies, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee the development of technical specifications, drawings, and other engineering documentation.
• Identify and manage technical risks, including integration with existing generation systems and operations.
• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure engineering activities align with overall project objectives.
• Collaborate with Construction, Contract Management, Engineering, Quality Management, and Field Operations throughout manufacturing, construction, and commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership to resolve complex design, construction, commissioning, and field engineering issues.
• Manage or support engineering consultant contracts as required.
• Prepare and review recommendations on complex project matters and present technical information to senior management and executives.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to engineering professionals and project team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, with Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience, with a primary focus on the design of hydroelectric power plants and/or dams and associated equipment.
• Minimum 4 years of experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary design or engineering teams on medium to large projects.
• Strong understanding of generation systems and operations and the interactions required to successfully deliver multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience across the complete project lifecycle, from conceptual design through construction, testing, and commissioning, is an asset.
• Excellent leadership, communication, technical writing, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong understanding of project management processes and principles.
• Ability to coordinate and influence internal teams, consultants, contractors, delivery partners, and other stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing Owner’s Engineer reviews of multidisciplinary engineering completed by external consultants or vendors.
• Site experience on major construction projects involving hydroelectric generation stations, dams, or transmission substations.
• Strong electric utility engineering background.
• Experience with generation station planning, design, construction, and operations.
• Experience supporting technically complex, high-profile infrastructure projects from design through commissioning.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project and facility locations throughout British Columbia, with occasional travel outside the province.

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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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