Senior Mechanical Engineer

MatchBox Consulting Group; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Diesel Generation in Burnaby, BC, on a 12-month contract with a high likelihood of renewal. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and site travel within BC as required. You will support a major utility with capital projects, operations, and Owner’s Engineer reviews.

The candidate should have 8+ years of experience, be a licensed P.Eng. or eligible for BC registration, and possess strong design, costing, and troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering experience or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with Engineers and Geoscientists BC, or eligible for BC registration.
• Experience with preliminary design, costing, inspection, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems for diesel generating stations in an electric utility environment.
• Experience supporting diesel generation mechanical systems, including gensets, engine auxiliaries, fuel storage and transfer systems, HVAC, fire protection, and lifting equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide preliminary design, costing, inspection, and troubleshooting support for mechanical systems at diesel generating stations.
• Support diesel gensets ranging from 50 kW to 2.8 MW.
• Coordinate with operations staff, suppliers, contractors, and project teams.
• Develop safe engineering solutions prioritizing safety, cost, quality, and schedule.
• Investigate and troubleshoot mechanical equipment and recommend practical solutions.

Skills

Diesel generation

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Communication

Education

P.Eng. BC registration

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Copilot / AI tools

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Diesel Generation

Location: Burnaby, BC

Duration: 12-Month Contract (High likelihood of renewal)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Travel: Site travel within BC as required

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Diesel Generation to support one of British Columbia’s largest utility providers. This role will support a growing mechanical workload across capital projects, operations and maintenance programs, and Owner’s Engineer review activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preliminary design, costing, inspection, and troubleshooting support for mechanical systems at diesel generating stations.
• Support diesel gensets ranging from 50 kW to 2.8 MW.
• Work with diesel engine auxiliary systems including starting, air intake, exhaust, cooling, and lubrication systems.
• Support diesel fuel storage and transfer systems, including tanks, pumps, filters, valves, piping, and spill containment.
• Provide engineering support for HVAC and fire protection systems associated with powerhouses and equipment enclosures.
• Support cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment.
• Contribute to capital projects, operations and maintenance programs, and Owner’s Engineer reviews.
• Investigate and troubleshoot mechanical equipment and technical issues and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Coordinate extensively with operations staff, suppliers, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop safe engineering solutions and support project delivery objectives related to safety, cost, quality, and schedule.

Must Have

• Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering experience or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with Engineers and Geoscientists BC, or registered in another jurisdiction and eligible for registration in BC.
• Experience with preliminary design, costing, inspection, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems for diesel generating stations in an electric utility environment.
• Experience supporting diesel generation mechanical systems, including gensets, engine auxiliaries, fuel storage and transfer systems, HVAC, fire protection, and lifting equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with operations staff, suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
• Self-starter who can work independently, establish priorities, and perform effectively with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to proactively identify technical issues, opportunities, and required actions.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments and apply sound engineering judgment.
• Access to a valid EGBC Permit to Practice through their own sole practitioner registration or firm.

Nice to Have

• Additional experience with diesel generation systems and associated infrastructure.
• Experience with costing, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of power generation assets.
• AutoCAD experience for conceptual layouts and preliminary drafting.
• Experience using Microsoft Copilot or other AI-enabled productivity tools in a professional environment.
• Familiarity with CAD systems, drawing standards, and industry-standard engineering design and analysis software.

This opportunity is particularly well suited to a hands-on mechanical engineer with diesel generation or power generation experience who enjoys solving equipment problems, supporting field and operations teams, and contributing across both capital projects and ongoing asset programs.

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.