Senior Engineer (Quality Assurance)

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13824
• Salary: CA$113,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is supporting a client in their search for an Electrical Engineer to join a Quality Assurance team. The role focuses on ensuring the quality and compliance of medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment (12 kV – 550 kV) across distribution, transmission, and generation assets.
The role involves leading the development of risk-based quality surveillance strategies, coordinating project quality requirements, and performing supplier evaluation activities such as factory acceptance test (FAT) witnessing and production inspections. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to assess supplier capabilities and define and execute quality surveillance strategies for engineered electrical equipment, capital projects, and stock materials, while managing multiple priorities across a diverse portfolio of work.

Key Responsibilities
*    Design risk-based quality surveillance strategies for Transmission, Distribution and Generation electrical equipment,
*    Draw on your technical expertise to review and comment on manufacturer’s test plans.
*    Witness factory acceptance tests at supplier’s facilities and be able to apply your knowledge of test specifications and standards to ensure compliance.
*    Lead the resolution of non-conformities.
*    Work closely and provide guidance to other engineering teams, supply chain, contract management, construction management, and suppliers to ensure that purchased material and services meet specification and quality assurance contractual requirements.
*    Be a key player in managing supplier relationships, which includes participating in strategic sourcing, defining supplier evaluation criteria, evaluating proposals, performing supplier evaluations and surveillance activities, and accepting and monitoring supplier improvement plans.
*    Craft well-written reports, memos, and requirements documents.
*    Review work of the team and of consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy, achievement of required results, and adherence to accepted engineering practice.
*    Impart engineering knowledge and encourage the professional development of engineers and technical staff.
*    Balance your business sense, communication skills, and technical knowledge to deliver efficient, technically acceptable solutions when faced with challenges.
*    Be self-motivated and enjoy working on a variety of concurrent projects.

What you bring
*    A degree in Electrical Engineering recognized by Canadian Universities.
*    Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
*    A minimum of 8 years of work experience in Electrical engineering or other relevant discipline.
*    Well-developed and highly proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex issues at an appropriate level for the audience.
*    Demonstrated technical, time management, listening, and interpersonal skills.
*    A pro-active approach to problem solving and conflict resolution
*    Flexible work planning skills to adapt to changing circumstances
*    Experience coordinating and working with other disciplines.
*    Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new programs with limited formal training (self-learner). The following are considered assets:
*    Experience related to the specification, design, manufacture, test and/or commissioning of medium or high voltage electrical equipment (12 kV – 550 kV).
*    Experience with quality processes and practices relating to equipment manufacturing (custom and/or high-volume production)
*    Hydroelectric, substation, and/or transmission & distribution line structure and related equipment procurement, fabrication and test experience
*    Possess and demonstrate a willingness and an ability to expand skills beyond the core discipline
*    Knowledge of quality assurance audits, tools, and methods
*    Experience developing and managing supplier surveillance strategies
*    Experience demonstrating an ability to clearly scope, estimate, and direct the work of quality assurance service providers and building and sustaining strong working relationships with coworkers and suppliers.
*    An ability to be adaptable and flexible.
*    Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
*    Demonstrated initiative in identifying, pursuing, and championing process improvements and other business initiatives.
*    An understanding of project management, design, and contract management processes.
*    Demonstrated record of using initiative and judgement to develop and implement solutions that address both business and technical needs.
*    A commitment to ongoing personal development.
 

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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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