Distribution Electrical Engineer Jobs

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Distribution Electrical Engineer to work on a 1- year contract, with very high potential of renewal, for one of BC's largest utility and energy companies! This individual will be someone who applies theoretical and practical knowledge to provide engineering design, estimating, planning, and quality management services for low to medium complexity projects and/or operations safely, with quality, within budget, and on time

Responsibilities:

• Perform periodic tasks independently which may include on-site construction quality control and monitoring to ensure design compliance.
• Experience with underground electric utility distribution systems operating at voltages at or below 35kV.
• Assist project or operations management to meet safety, cost, quality, and time objectives by performing activities such as proposing changes in plans and estimated costs, recommending payment for work completed by contractors, preparing progress reports, coordinating work schedules and other similar tasks.
• Develop safe engineering solutions by using initiative and judgment to perform activities such as developing designs, analyzing and resolving problems, and interpreting engineering specifications on low to medium complexity assignments for projects and/or operations.
• Investigate, analyze and solve a variety of engineering problems, including the more challenging and unusual, by developing engineering techniques, devising new approaches and/or applying existing
• Engage with senior engineering team where engineering problems are difficult, complex, or unusual to support management of engineering risk.
• Support operations, maintenance, repair, replacement and expansion of the company's Distribution System.
• Participate in engineering practice by conducting independent studies and analysis, exercising judgment in selecting and interpreting information, recommending safe engineering designs, and making typical decisions related to standard methods and designs so that engineering standards are maintained.

Requirements:

• Class 5 Driver's license in Good Standing
• Demonstrated experience and technical knowledge in both Overhead - and underground electric utility distribution systems operating at voltages at or below 35kV including automation
• Broad range of distribution related skills including planning, system engineering, protection engineering, design, and project management
• P.Eng registered in BC
• Permit to practice
• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Maintain good standing in Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) throughout the term of the contract
• Willingness to travel
• Demonstrated ability to perform system analysis
• A minimum four (4) years of in a relevant engineering field or equivalent

Nice to Have:

• Utilities Experience
• Worked with overhead modeling software (Spidacalc, PLS-CADD)

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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 unrivalled expertise with our teams 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.

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