Protection & Control Project Engineer

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #12975
• Salary: CA$125,000 Per Hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Specialist Engineer to lead complex electrical infrastructure projects with a focus on Protection, Control, and Telecommunication systems. This position plays a key role in ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of large-scale, multi-discipline engineering projects across British Columbia. Ideal candidates will bring strong technical leadership, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement experience, along with deep knowledge of transmission systems and engineering design practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering scope, schedule, and cost of medium to large-scale protection, control, and telecommunication projects.
• Act as Owner’s Engineer for projects delivered externally, coordinating internal reviews and acceptance processes
• Coordinate design planning and oversight, including development of technical specifications and engineering review strategies.
• Manage technical risk and ensure effective system integration across the transmission network.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, construction groups, and field operations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers and contribute to team performance objectives.
• Support enhancements to engineering standards, processes, and quality assurance.
• Present recommendations and project updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering from a Canadian-recognized institution.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in transmission systems, telecommunications, control systems, or related fields.
• At least 4 years of experience leading and coordinating engineering design on complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of project delivery and design processes in regulated environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Experience in Owner’s Engineer roles, managing external consultant deliverables, is an asset.
• Previous work with telecom or protection and control projects is highly desirable.
• Site-based experience on large construction projects (e.g., substations, hydroelectric stations, transmission lines) is beneficial.
• End-to-end engineering lifecycle experience from concept through commissioning is an asset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits
• Pension plan participation
• Minimum 3 weeks of vacation
• 8% benefit credit (can be taken as bonus or converted into additional vacation time, up to 4 weeks extra)
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Additional Requirements

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License in good standing.

• This is a safety-sensitive position; pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required.

• Candidates not meeting full qualifications may be considered for a lower-level position.

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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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