Senior Technical Engineer / Officer (57276)

Vaco LLC; East Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring invites applications for a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join our client’s team in Ontario. The role focuses on evaluating, advising, and delivering solutions for facility commissioning, operation, and maintenance while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will review proposals, prepare documentation, and develop material specifications. The position emphasizes safety, hazard assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
• 6–8 years of experience in engineering roles related to facility design, commissioning, operation, or maintenance.
• Knowledge of fire protection engineering, hazard assessment, and compliance with codes and standards (CSA N293, CSA N393, NFPA, NFCC).
• Experience in nuclear or highly regulated industrial environments is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical evaluations, advice, and solutions in support of facility commissioning, operation, and maintenance.
• Identify potential problems and opportunities, prepare reports, and initiate studies or investigations for improvement.
• Review proposals from internal and external sources, recommend changes, and prepare documentation for approval.
• Develop specifications for materials, services, and equipment; support procurement and installation activities.
• Ensure compliance with fire protection codes and standards (CSA, NFPA, NFCC) and licensing conditions.
• Provide guidance on fire hazard assessments, fire response equipment lifecycle, and personal protective equipment.
• Support development and updates of standards, procedures, and guides to meet regulatory requirements.
• Assist with fire risk assessments, Fire Safe Shutdown Analysis, and Fire Hazard Assessments.
• Develop response plans for postulated fire scenarios based on licensing basis and safety requirements.
• Maintain ongoing review processes to identify risks and recommend modifications to fire response protocols.
• Liaise with department managers to improve fire protection service delivery.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and corrective action plans to address regulatory requirements.
• Support collaboration with external fire protection and emergency response groups.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Risk assessment

Technical guidance

Report writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Our client is a leading Canadian energy organization with a strong presence across Ontario.They operate critical infrastructure that supports millions of customers and drives economic growth.Our cl... Show more

About the Company

Our client is a leading Canadian energy organization with a strong presence across Ontario. They operate critical infrastructure that supports millions of customers and drives economic growth.

Why Work Here

Our client is engaging in ongoing transformation and investing in cutting-edge technologies and modernizing operations to meet the evolving needs of the energy sector. By joining, you will be part of an organization that values collaboration, professional development, and making a meaningful impact on the future of clean energy.

About the Opportunity

• Provide technical evaluations, advice, and solutions in support of facility commissioning, operation, and maintenance.
• Identify potential problems and opportunities, prepare reports, and initiate studies or investigations for improvement.
• Review proposals from internal and external sources, recommend changes, and prepare documentation for approval.
• Develop specifications for materials, services, and equipment; support procurement and installation activities.
• Ensure compliance with fire protection codes and standards (CSA, NFPA, NFCC) and licensing conditions.
• Provide guidance on fire hazard assessments, fire response equipment lifecycle, and personal protective equipment.
• Support development and updates of standards, procedures, and guides to meet regulatory requirements.
• Assist with fire risk assessments, Fire Safe Shutdown Analysis, and Fire Hazard Assessments.
• Develop response plans for postulated fire scenarios based on licensing basis and safety requirements.
• Maintain ongoing review processes to identify risks and recommend modifications to fire response protocols.
• Liaise with department managers to improve fire protection service delivery.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and corrective action plans to address regulatory requirements.
• Support collaboration with external fire protection and emergency response groups.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
• 6–8 years of experience in engineering roles related to facility design, commissioning, operation, or maintenance.
• Knowledge of fire protection engineering, hazard assessment, and compliance with codes and standards (CSA N293, CSA N393, NFPA, NFCC).
• Experience in nuclear or highly regulated industrial environments is an asset.
• Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to prepare clear reports and recommendations.
• Proven ability to evaluate proposals, conduct risk assessments, and provide technical guidance.
• Experience supporting emergency response programs and fire protection initiatives.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross?functional teams and external organizations.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in fire protection and emergency response practices.
• You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range

$74.3 - $74.31/hr

Benefits

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

This position for employment is a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].