Telecom Project Engineer

Morson Talent (Canada & USA); Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition firm is seeking a Project Engineer to manage complex telecom engineering projects. The role involves coordination of multidisciplinary teams, technical oversight, and mentoring junior engineers for project success. This 12-month contract requires a minimum of 10 years experience in telecom systems and a degree in Electrical Engineering. You will work in a hybrid setting with possible travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in telecom systems.
• Registered or eligible for P.Eng. with EGBC.
• Minimum 4 years leading multi-discipline design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities for medium to high complexity projects.
• Oversee design deliverables and contractor work.
• Resolve complex technical and field issues.

Skills

Project Management

Telecommunications Knowledge

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

MS Office tools

Job description

Morson Talent (Canada & USA) provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$80.00 / hr - CA$105.00 / hr

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Technical Recruiter @ Morson Talent | Talent Acquisition, Recruitment

Location : Hybrid – Edmonds, Burnaby

Contract Duration : 12 months

Hours : 7.5 hours / day | Estimated 261 workdays

Travel : May be required

Rate : INC : $105.78 / hr | T4 : $87.42 / hr

Summary

Lead and manage complex telecom engineering projects involving scope, schedule, and cost oversight. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, third-party engineering work, and manage technical risks to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities for medium to high complexity projects across the full lifecycle—from conceptual design to commissioning.
• Oversee design deliverables, technical documentation, and contractor work.
• Resolve complex technical and field issues, and propose safe, innovative engineering solutions.
• Define project scope, align design criteria, and track progress against safety, quality, budget, and timeline objectives.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of internal technical standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering (preferably in power systems, controls, or telecom).
• Registered or eligible for immediate registration as a P.Eng. with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in telecom systems, transmission systems, or industrial control networks.
• Minimum 4 years leading multi-discipline design teams.
• Strong knowledge of telecom components (microwave, fiber optic, power line carrier, antennas, battery banks, remote sites, etc.).
• Proficient with CAD, design / analysis software, and MS Office tools.

Desired Experience

• Electrical utility or large infrastructure project experience.
• Understanding of project management principles and cross-discipline coordination.
• Familiarity with protection and control systems is an asset.
• Experience managing external engineering deliverables.
• Site experience on large construction projects is a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Utilities, Electric Power Generation, and Telecommunications

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