Lead Field Engineer

Address: 1628 Dickson Avenue #200

Location: Kelowna, BC

Reference number: REF3556S

Sector: Energy and Resources

Salary range: $145,000 - $195,000

Type of opening: New headcount

Company Description: Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. We care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team.

Job Description: CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 700 highly qualified professionals in this business sector, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact.

The Lead Field Engineer - Transmission Lines will provide field engineering support for the Transmission Construction projects, focusing on steel transmission line construction. This role will provide technical engineering reviews, site supervision, and timely field decisions to support safe, quality, and efficient construction.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Providing field engineering support during transmission line construction, including foundations, civil works, steel tower assembly and erection, conductor and OPGW stringing, grounding, insulators, hardware and associated line components.
• Reviewing field conditions, construction issues, drawings, specifications and design requirements and making timely engineering decisions.
• Acting as a key technical interface between the field, the design team, project management, contractors and the utility client.
• Responding to RFIs and technical queries promptly, coordinating with discipline leads where required.
• Reviewing and providing engineering input to field design changes and construction solutions.
• Monitoring construction quality and conformance with approved drawings, specifications, standards and project requirements.
• Providing technical guidance to field crews and contractors on transmission line construction matters.
• Participating in daily construction meetings and proactively identifying and resolving engineering constraints.
• Collaborating with civil, structural and electrical engineering teams on multidisciplinary field issues.
• Evaluating unexpected site conditions and developing practical engineering solutions.
• Exercising professional judgment and independent decision-making within approved design criteria.

Profile:

• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably including significant transmission line construction and field engineering experience.
• University Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural or Electrical Engineering; Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada or eligible for immediate registration.
• Demonstrated transmission line design and/or foundation engineering experience is required.
• Strong understanding of civil and foundation construction.
• Familiarity with transmission line industry standards and guidelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, with the ability to work independently.
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License and willingness to travel frequently.

Why choose CIMA+?

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada.
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience.
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills.

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications. We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies.