• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #14481

Fire Protection Piping Engineer

Location: Burnaby, BC (Hybrid)
Duration: 12-Month Contract

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Fire Protection Piping Engineer to support one of British Columbia's largest utility providers. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Generation Stations Mechanical Engineering Balance of Plant team, supporting critical hydroelectric generation facilities across the province.

This role focuses on the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection systems for hydroelectric generating stations and associated infrastructure. Projects range from equipment upgrades and lifecycle replacements to large, multidisciplinary capital programs that help ensure the safety, reliability, and resilience of BC's power generation assets.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire protection systems for hydroelectric generating stations, including sprinkler systems, fire detection and alarm systems, special hazard protection systems, water supply systems, and associated piping networks.

• Perform fire protection engineering assessments, field investigations, hazard analyses, code compliance reviews, and risk-based evaluations.

• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering designs from project initiation through construction and commissioning.

• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, construction packages, and procurement documentation.

• Act as the Professional of Record by preparing and sealing engineering deliverables in accordance with professional standards.

• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, testing, and project turnover.

• Review engineering work completed by consultants and contractors to ensure compliance with applicable standards and project requirements.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, operations, maintenance, construction management, and project management.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering practices, standards, and design processes.

• Travel to hydroelectric generating stations throughout British Columbia as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC), or eligible for immediate registration.

• Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering experience.

• Experience designing fire protection systems within industrial, utility, power generation, mining, oil and gas, or other heavy industrial environments.

• Strong knowledge of fire protection engineering principles, applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.

• Experience delivering engineering projects from conceptual design through construction, commissioning, and final turnover.

• Strong communication, technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hydroelectric generation facilities or other utility infrastructure.

• Knowledge of NFPA standards including NFPA 13, 15, 20, 22, 25, 72, and NFPA 850.

• Familiarity with ASME B31.1 Power Piping and applicable British Columbia building, fire, and electrical codes.

• Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Navisworks, Autodesk ReCap, AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, ELITE, HASS, or similar engineering software.

• Experience with 3D plant modelling, sprinkler hydraulic calculations, fire alarm design, condition assessments, asset management, and multidisciplinary project delivery.

• Experience acting as Engineer of Record or Professional of Record.

If you're an experienced Fire Protection Engineer looking to work on impactful infrastructure projects within the utility sector, we'd love to hear from you.

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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