Ready to make a difference? Join our client as a Fire Protection Piping Engineer!
General Description
• The E4 – Engineer is a professional engineer or geoscientist who applies engineering knowledge to provide engineering, estimating, planning, and quality management services for medium complexity projects and/or operations safely, with quality, within budget, and on time.
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Advantages
Work with a world class organization.
Excellent employee culture
Excellent opportunity for problem-solvers
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in protecting critical utility infrastructure while supporting commitment to safe, reliable, and sustainable power generation. The successful candidate will contribute to projects that directly impact the long-term reliability and resilience of British Columbia's generation assets.
Location of Services: Edmonds Office, Burnaby
Responsibilities
Technical Knowledge:
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience applying:
• NFPA 850 – Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants and High Voltage Direct Current Converter Stations.
• NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.
• NFPA 25 – Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
• NFPA 15 – Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection
• NFPA 20 – Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection
• NFPA 22 – Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection
• ASME B31.1 – Power Piping
Additional knowledge of the following codes would be considered an asset:
• NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
• CAN/ULC-S524 – Installation of Fire Alarm Systems.
• CAN/ULC-S1001 – Integrated Systems Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems.
• Applicable British Columbia regulatory requirements and building, fire, and electrical codes.
Software Experience:
Experience with one or more of the following design and engineering tools:
• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Navisworks
• Autodesk ReCap
• AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, ELITE, HASS or equivalent
Preference may be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in:
• 3D plant modelling and coordination.
• Laser scanning and point cloud integration into engineering design workflows.
• Sprinkler system hydraulic calculations and layout design.
• Fire alarm and detection system design.
• Utility or power generation facilities, particularly hydroelectric generating stations.
• Multidisciplinary project delivery within operating industrial facilities.
The successful candidate will:
• Be a safety leader and champion fire and life safety engineering principles.
• Lead the design and development of 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.
• Act as a Professional of Record, preparing and sealing engineering designs, drawings, calculations, and reports.
• Perform fire protection engineering assessments, field investigations, site assessments, hazard analyses, code compliance reviews, and risk-based evaluations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, protection and controls, operations, maintenance, construction management, and project management.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering designs from project initiation through construction and commissioning.
• Prepare design calculations, engineering reports, technical specifications, construction packages, and procurement support documentation.
• Review and accept the work of external consultants and contractors.
• Support project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, construction support, commissioning, and turnover activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, technologists, designers, and consultants.
• Participate in water supply evaluations, hydraulic calculations, fire scenario assessments, and system performance analyses.
• Develop practical and cost-effective solutions that support operational requirements, safety objectives, and asset management strategies.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve engineering practices, standards, design tools, and work processes.
• Be comfortable travelling to and working at hydroelectric generating stations throughout British Columbia.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).
• Senior candidates: minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of fire protection systems in industrial, utility, power generation, mining, oil and gas, heavy industrial, or similar facilities.
• Strong understanding of fire protection engineering principles, codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience executing engineering work from conceptual design through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
Preferred Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Fire protection engineering experience within hydroelectric, thermal generating, utility, mining, oil and gas, or other heavy industrial facilities.
• Experience acting as Engineer of Record or Professional of Record.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Knowledge of performance-based fire protection design methodologies.
• Experience with condition assessments, lifecycle planning, and asset management of fire protection systems.
• Previous field experience supporting construction, commissioning, testing, and integrated systems verification activities.
Summary
Interested candidates can submit their resumes directly to john.yamazaki@randstad.ca
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Ready to make a difference? Join our client as a Fire Protection Piping Engineer!
General Description
• The E4 – Engineer is a professional engineer or geoscientist who applies engineering knowledge to provide engineering, estimating, planning, and quality management services for medium complexity projects and/or operations safely, with quality, within budget, and on time.
Advantages
Work with a world class organization.
Excellent employee culture
Excellent opportunity for problem-solvers
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in protecting critical utility infrastructure while supporting commitment to safe, reliable, and sustainable power generation. The successful candidate will contribute to projects that directly impact the long-term reliability and resilience of British Columbia's generation assets.
Location of Services: Edmonds Office, Burnaby
Responsibilities
Technical Knowledge:
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience applying:
• NFPA 850 – Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants and High Voltage Direct Current Converter Stations.
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• NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.
• NFPA 25 – Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
• NFPA 15 – Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection
• NFPA 20 – Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection
• NFPA 22 – Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection
• ASME B31.1 – Power Piping
Additional knowledge of the following codes would be considered an asset:
• NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
• CAN/ULC-S524 – Installation of Fire Alarm Systems.
• CAN/ULC-S1001 – Integrated Systems Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems.
• Applicable British Columbia regulatory requirements and building, fire, and electrical codes.
Software Experience:
Experience with one or more of the following design and engineering tools:
• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Navisworks
• Autodesk ReCap
• AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, ELITE, HASS or equivalent
Preference may be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in:
• 3D plant modelling and coordination.
• Laser scanning and point cloud integration into engineering design workflows.
• Sprinkler system hydraulic calculations and layout design.
• Fire alarm and detection system design.
• Utility or power generation facilities, particularly hydroelectric generating stations.
• Multidisciplinary project delivery within operating industrial facilities.
The successful candidate will:
• Be a safety leader and champion fire and life safety engineering principles.
• Lead the design and development of 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.
• Act as a Professional of Record, preparing and sealing engineering designs, drawings, calculations, and reports.
• Perform fire protection engineering assessments, field investigations, site assessments, hazard analyses, code compliance reviews, and risk-based evaluations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, protection and controls, operations, maintenance, construction management, and project management.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering designs from project initiation through construction and commissioning.
• Prepare design calculations, engineering reports, technical specifications, construction packages, and procurement support documentation.
• Review and accept the work of external consultants and contractors.
• Support project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, construction support, commissioning, and turnover activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, technologists, designers, and consultants.
• Participate in water supply evaluations, hydraulic calculations, fire scenario assessments, and system performance analyses.
• Develop practical and cost-effective solutions that support operational requirements, safety objectives, and asset management strategies.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve engineering practices, standards, design tools, and work processes.
• Be comfortable travelling to and working at hydroelectric generating stations throughout British Columbia.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).
• Senior candidates: minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of fire protection systems in industrial, utility, power generation, mining, oil and gas, heavy industrial, or similar facilities.
• Strong understanding of fire protection engineering principles, codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience executing engineering work from conceptual design through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
Preferred Experience:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Fire protection engineering experience within hydroelectric, thermal generating, utility, mining, oil and gas, or other heavy industrial facilities.
• Experience acting as Engineer of Record or Professional of Record.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Knowledge of performance-based fire protection design methodologies.
• Experience with condition assessments, lifecycle planning, and asset management of fire protection systems.
• Previous field experience supporting construction, commissioning, testing, and integrated systems verification activities.
Summary
Interested candidates can submit their resumes directly to john.yamazaki@randstad.ca
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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