Senior Telecom Engineer

Senior Telecommunications Engineer

At CIMA+, a leading engineering solutions provider in Western Canada, we are driving a growth trajectory with new complex projects that offer opportunities for professional development, and to shape critical telecom infrastructure for energy, transportation, carriers, and other public clients. This hybrid role can be based out of our offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary or Edmonton.

CA$/yr – CA$/yr

• Deliver telecom system designs and engineering documents for projects.
• Develop schematics, design diagrams, and write project scope, proposals, estimates, and budgets.
• Prepare and review engineering documents, specifications, and inspection & testing procedures.
• Create bill of materials and support ordering through procurement.
• Coordinate, stage and plan installation and commissioning with clients and contractors.
• Travel to site and liaise with internal groups, external contractors, and clients.
• Respond to information requests from sites and complete project documentation, including record drawings, calculations, and project return data.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent, with a Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation or ability to register as a Professional with EGBC.
• 10+ years of experience designing and implementing wired and wireless telecom networks in an EPC/EPCM firm or client/owner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization skills and excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Experience designing networks at OSI layers 1–4 for operation‑critical applications.
• Familiarity with telecom systems and accessories, including:
  • Optical transport (DWDM, MPLS‑TP, SONET/SDH)
  • Wireless transport (Microwave, Satellite)
  • LAN Switching / VLAN
  • IP/MPLS
  • Firewalling
  • Telecom Power System

• Power utility specialized telecom systems:
  Tele‑protection, Power Line Carrier (PLC), High Voltage Entrance (HVE).
• Radio access systems:
  WiMAX, LTE, WiFi, LMR.
• Control and Automation systems: PLC, SCADA, IEC‑61850.
• IT/OT convergence.

• Comprehensive group benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.
• As an employee‑owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees.
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode.
• Work/life balance policy across Canada.
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience.
• Tailored training to improve existing skills.

Compensation for this role is based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile. CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system with an automated match score feature; this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and visible minorities, and we encourage candidates to complete the self‑identification form when applying.

Accommodations are available on request; your Business Partner will process your request.

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Senior Telecommunications Engineer – Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid).

For more information on this job opportunity, please contact Eric Fenyedi.

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