Commissioning Engineer

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #12566

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Commissioning Engineer on behalf of one of BC’s largest electrical and utility providers.

Position Details

• Contract Duration: 1 year
• Location: Langley | Hybrid

Overview
The Commissioning Engineer will focus on distribution and substation support, developing operating procedures and energizing plans to ensure safety and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in staging discussions and develop energizing plans, checklists, and operating orders.
• Support operational processes for internal and external projects, including independent power producers (IPPs).
• Review, update, and approve operating orders, responding to operational queries, including protection and control (P&C) topics.
• Provide engineering support for real-time operations, operator training, and procedure development.
• Investigate system disturbances, prepare reports, and contribute to analysis and presentations.
• Enhance tools and processes, liaising with external entities to address operational concerns.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure readiness for project or equipment energization.
• Define requirements and deliver timely support for project and program execution.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a relevant engineering field or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation with Practice to Permit certification.
• Utility experience.
• Proficiency in reviewing and approving electrical and technical drawings.
• Intermediate English skills (written and spoken) for a professional environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by Canadian universities.
• Ability to work in-office on an as-needed basis.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Real-time operations experience.

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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