Who we are
Our Purpose is to help people enjoy a better life and communities thrive. Corix has been building, operating, and maintaining water, wastewater, electric, gas and sustainable energy utility infrastructure for many years across Canada and the U.S. Our vision is to be the preferred utility delivering co-created solutions our customers want. Throughout our history, we have helped communities to grow and thrive by implementing safe and efficient infrastructure solutions that meet their unique needs. At Corix our values are safety, integrity, excellence, and connection.
The Corix team has an opportunity for a Thermal Energy Systems Engineer in Langley, BC-Hybrid. This position will be responsible for leading the technical assessment of new thermal energy systems in close cooperation with Corix’s technical team and external consultants, developing technical concepts, energy modelling and providing technical analysis and financial assessments for new district and discrete thermal energy developments. The position provides subject matter engineering expertise to Business Development, Project Management Office and Operations teams for cradle to grave engineering from initial analysis/ development, through construction, commissioning and then into service with ongoing optimization and performance monitoring.
What you'll do
- Lead technical prefeasibility/feasibility assessments and develops technical concepts with focus on low-carbon energy applications in district and discrete energy setting.
- Monitor and provide ongoing subject matter engineering advice in the development, construction, and commissioning phases of capital projects as well as optimizing performance and calculating operational efficiency of in-service plant equipment. The position works within Operations and serves as a technical support to Business Development and in advisory capacity to the Project Management Office to ensure company and client expectations are met.
- Lead the process for technical proposals and serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all engineering related activities to the leadership team. At the same time, provide feasible solutions that can be executed on.
- Prepare technical engineering packages and responses to RFQ’s and RFP’s, including developing strategies of approach, preparing high level demand forecasts, conceptual designs, completing engineering reviews, drawing on existing content and drafting original, and preparing customized content based on specific customer requirements
- Prepare, organize, and oversee peer reviews of engineering designs and compatibility reviews.
- Oversee the updating of technical and compatibility engineering guidelines and specifications.
- Prepare, scope, coordinate and supports engineering submissions of regulatory applications, working with project team to ensure all regulatory requirements and deadlines are met
- Act as technical liaison with clients and consultants through the complete cycle from initial concept design, presentation, and approval to order delivery
- Ensure that all required professional services agreements are in place for all work projects and that there is appropriate due diligence to compliance of the agreement terms
- Perform other related duties as required
What you bring
Experience
- Must have good knowledge, experience and understanding of applicable Provincial Boiler Pressure Vessel Regulations, Codes, Standards, and HSE requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Thermal Energy Production and distribution, (or combination of experience with district energy and HVAC systems), for engineering design, project planning and control, and building integration including labor and material cost estimating experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a thermal utility
Education and Certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering or related field is required
- Member or eligible to be a member of a Professional Organization
Nice to Have
- Master’s degree in engineering would be an asset
- EGBC would be an asset
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to act as a resource to teams for advice and guidance on potential engineering approaches and problem situations.
- Ability to develop and manage cross functional internal & external relationships typically within own area to solve problems and create efficiencies.
- Ability to solve technical problems within established guidelines and procedures, requiring the use of judgment to determine which of many methods or technologies are applicable in any given situation.
- Knowledge of low-carbon energy technologies and relevant applications, energy efficiency codes, project costing and value engineering process
Please note
- Normal office environment (hybrid work an option)
- Some travel is required
- Visiting working plant and or construction sites is required
Life at Corix
- Paid Time off and Holidays : We offer 15 days of vacation and 11 paid holidays.
- Extended Health Benefits: We offer our employees extended health and dental coverage that is flexible to meet your unique needs. This can include chiropractic, massages or therapy
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP is readily available to new employees on Day 1, giving you access to resources pertaining to confidential support services. Some examples include mental health, relationship/marital conflicts, and legal and financial issues
- Sick Hours: We offer 15 sick days that you start accruing on day 1 to ensure that you are taking care of your wellbeing without having to worry about getting paid
- Flexible Work: We are flexible when it comes to meeting your needs in terms of work location. We welcome flexible work options to support your needs
- RRSP Program: We believe in investing in your future. We match your RRSP contributions up to 5%.
- Technology in the Workplace: Access to most recent computer applications like Microsoft Suite, Video Conferencing tools and utilizing tablet, laptop and/or mobile device
- Grow at Corix: If you are interested in further developing your skillset within the role, we offer tuition reimbursements for any certification/licensing/self-development that you would like to explore.
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.
Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
Corix Group of Companies is an E-Verify participating employer.
People Focused and Inclusive Culture
We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.
Corix is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
If you possess these skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply online in confidence at www.corix.com.
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