Electrical engineer

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #12963

Matchbox Consulting is on the hunt for an Electrical Engineer located in Edmonds, BC working in a hybrid work model (minimum two days in office and may increase based on business requirements).

Responsibilities:

• Design overhead lines and underground cables (60kV–500kV) in an electric utility environment
• Prepare sealed engineering deliverables as a Professional of Record (PoR)
• Perform complex electrical calculations (clearances, grounding, EMTP studies, etc.)
• Provide technical field support and conduct field reviews as required
• Prepare drawings and specifications for systems like surge arresters, disconnect switches, and lightning protection

Must have:

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a recognized institution
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a relevant engineering discipline, ideally with exposure to utility or transmission projects
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (required for occasional site visits and field reviews)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in technical writing and reporting

Asset:

• Previous utility experience.
• Experience with telecom and/or protection and control project. 
• Experience with transmission lines projects.
• Able to understand the interactions and priorities required to deliver multi-discipline projects.

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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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