Maintenance Engineer – Power Generation Assets (Hybrid)

Ian Martin Group; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid (2 days/week in-office)

Windows laptop provided for duration

Smart phone access to network

Job summary

Ian Martin Group is hiring a Maintenance Engineer for Electricity Generation Assets in Burnaby, BC. The role offers a rate of $83.66/hour for an incorporated contractor, with a potential T4 arrangement. The assignment runs for one year with a Start 2026-11-16 and End 2027-11-15.

The engineer will develop preventive maintenance programs, support asset management, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across generation equipment, working with SMEs, field teams, and cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of relevant engineering experience in a power utility, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environment.
• Direct experience developing preventive maintenance programs or commissioning plans for electrical & P&C assets including diesel generators, low/medium voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, VFDs, batteries and chargers.
• Advanced ability reading single-line diagrams, wiring schematics and panel layouts to identify failure modes and preventive measures.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CAD drawing standards, strong written and spoken English, and multitasking abilities.
• Knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles and CMMS familiarity.
• Practical exposure to power systems design and analysis software and to AI tools for efficiency.
• P.Eng with Proof of Practice and EGBC registration required when hired.

Responsibilities

• Design, refine, and implement preventive maintenance programs for electricity generation equipment within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Apply engineering judgment to resolve technical problems and develop cost-effective solutions for tasks and projects.
• Conduct risk assessments and work with senior engineers on complex challenges.
• Read and evaluate technical drawings and equipment manuals to identify failure modes and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate project and field activities, estimate costs, and monitor contractor progress and site quality control.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines, field crews, asset management, and regulatory teams to ensure program success.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Single-line diagrams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

P.Eng

Tools

CAD

CMMS

Power systems software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ian Martin Group is hiring a Maintenance Engineer for Electricity Generation Assets in Burnaby, BC. The role offers a rate of $83.66/hour for an incorporated contractor, with a potential T4 arrangement. The assignment runs for one year with a Start 2026-11-16 and End 2027-11-15.

The engineer will develop preventive maintenance programs, support asset management, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across generation equipment, working with SMEs, field teams, and cross-functional partners.