Transmission Stations Project Engineer

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #12892

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeing a Project Engineer for one of BC's largest utility companies.

Location: Burnaby, BC | Hybrid
Contract duration: 2 years
Role overview: The main responsibility of the Project Engineer is to take on Stations Projects in Transmission Stations Engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Develop safe engineering solutions by using initiative and judgement to perform tasks including developing designs, analyzing and resolving problems, and interpreting engineering specifications on medium complexity and scope assignments.
• Assist project or operations management to meet safety, cost, quality, and time objectives by proposing changes in plans and estimated costs, recommending payment for work completed by contractors, preparing progress reports, coordinating work schedules, and other similar tasks.
• Resolve highly technical and unusual design and field engineering problems by conducting independent studies and analysis, exercising independent judgment in selecting and interpreting information, recommending safe engineering designs to support successful operations and/or project completion.
• Participate in engineering practice by conducting independent studies and analysis, contributing to the development of technical standards, exercising judgment in selecting and interpreting information, recommending safe engineering designs, and making decisions related to methods and designs as well as providing guidance and advice to other engineering professionals to develop future capability.

Requirements:
Must haves:

• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant engineering experience or equivalent, including significant time working in the electrical utility industry, and a degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as electrical, civil, or structural
• P.Eng designation and must obtain Permit to Practice on offer
• Must be able to come into the office on a hybrid basis (2 days per week)
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to travel to site when required (various station locations within BC).
• Be able to build and maintain strong relationships and high levels of engagement with Project Managers and Delivery Partners

Assets:

• Good working knowledge of design and transmission lines
• PMP designation preferred

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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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