Distribution Technologist/Engineer

• Location: Richmond, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13861
• Salary: CA$85,000 Per Hour

Matchbox Consulting Group has been dispatched by an engineering design company based in the city of Richmond for a Distribution Technologist/Engineer for projects crucial to electric utilities industry here in the Lower Mainland. Mainly working with giant clients like BC Hydro, this is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get into the utilities field with a solid, accredited company. 

Responsibilities

• Design new and replacement infrastructure for electrical utility underground systems at Distribution voltages.
  • Reviewing existing buiding vault and utility infrastructure
• Prepare layouts, conceptual designs, calculations, illustrations and independent checks.
• Use computer-aided design methods to solve problems and prepare drawings.
• Prepare design markups to the drafting group in order to assist in the development of an engineered drafted drawing.
• Consult as required with the Professional of Record and action changes as directed.
• Interface with other design disciplines, coordinate with related stakeholders, project managers and managers.
  • Interact with clients, consultants and contractors on a continual basis.
  • Conduct site visits in order to verify existing site conditions, meet stakeholders or oversee construction.
• Support documentation process for projects including technical specifications, tender documents, technical reports and project calculations.
• Willing to assist in a variety of project support activities including project coordination, estimating, strategic planning, client support, and business analysis supporting the business development and project management departments. 

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Post Secondary diploma or degree from a recognized electrical technology or engineering institution.
  • Experience with Distribution Electrical Utility or Building Electrical design
  • Class 5 drivers license
• Preferred
  • 2+ Years of relevant design or engineering experience
  • Engineering degree and registration with EGBC.
  • Experience designing BCH Distribution systems a strong asset.
  • Experience with distribution voltage customer vault design a strong asset

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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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