Engineer - Telecommunications & Security
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
BPA is more than an engineering firm - it’s a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment.
Looking to take on high-level technical challenges and design security solutions that make a real difference? Join the Telecommunication & Security team at BPA and take ownership of exciting projects, from pre-design consulting all the way through to commissioning.
In addition to diverse projects across institutional, commercial, cultural, residential, and office sectors, you will have the opportunity to carry out specialized mandates in high-security environments: federal government facilities, projects within national security-related settings, complex data centres, and judicial environments, where every design decision must be firmly justified.
You will also have the chance to conduct end-to-end threat and risk assessments (TRA): identifying assets to protect, analyzing threats and vulnerabilities, evaluating risks, then recommending tailored protective measures. In doing so, you will help clearly define and justify a client's needs in a high-security environment, and design the right solution at the appropriate level of protection.
Key Responsibilities
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.
Looking to take on high-level technical challenges and design security solutions that make a real difference? Join the Telecommunication & Security team at BPA and take ownership of exciting projects, from pre-design consulting all the way through to commissioning.
In addition to diverse projects across institutional, commercial, cultural, residential, and office sectors, you will have the opportunity to carry out specialized mandates in high-security environments: federal government facilities, projects within national security-related settings, complex data centres, and judicial environments, where every design decision must be firmly justified.
You will also have the chance to conduct end-to-end threat and risk assessments (TRA): identifying assets to protect, analyzing threats and vulnerabilities, evaluating risks, then recommending tailored protective measures. In doing so, you will help clearly define and justify a client's needs in a high-security environment, and design the right solution at the appropriate level of protection.
Key Responsibilities
- Design integrated telecommunication and security systems, both new and existing (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, duress alarms, intercom, structured cabling, and networks), from pre-design consulting through to detailed design.
- Design specialized high-security projects, notably for the federal government, national security-related facilities, complex data centres, and judicial environments, applying principles of defence in depth and security zoning.
- Conduct threat and risk assessments (TRA) and vulnerability assessments, then translate findings into justified functional and technical requirements (e.g., functional and technical program) that clearly define the client's needs.
- Participate in project meetings with clients and facilitate workshops to identify their operational, functional, and technical needs.
- Perform site surveys and security audits of existing facilities, and formulate concrete recommendations.
- Write specifications and technical reports, and estimate construction costs.
- Coordinate design with other disciplines and review drawings and models produced in Revit and AutoCAD.
- Participate in construction supervision, testing, and system commissioning.
- Contribute to proposals and present your recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ); a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licence in Ontario is an asset.
- Five to seven (5–7) years of experience or more on relevant projects within an engineering consulting firm, or with a manufacturer or contractor.
- Experience in threat and risk assessment (e.g., Harmonized TRA Methodology, RCMP Guide GSMGC-022): a significant asset.
- Strong knowledge of electronic security systems, IP networks, and their integration.
- Familiarity with industry standards and guides (e.g., ANSI/TIA-568, ANSI/TIA-942, ANSI/TIA-5017, ISO/IEC 22237-6, RCMP physical security guides): an asset.
- PSP or CPP (ASIS) certification, or RCDD (BICSI): an asset.
- Must hold or be able to obtain a Government of Canada security clearance (Reliability or Secret).
- Autonomy, pragmatism, strong communication skills, and adaptability.
- Technical leadership, teamwork, and a strong customer-service mindset.
- Fluency in French, both spoken and written; English is a strong asset*.
- Valid driver's licence and mobility for site and construction visits.
- English proficiency is required to support our Canada-wide operations and collaboration with teams and clients across other provinces.
- A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
- A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
- A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
- Overtime hours that are recognized and compensated, either through time off in lieu or paid compensation.
- A competitive total compensation package, including a market-driven salary, a comprehensive group insurance plan, and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
- A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT, our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
- A structured Mentorship Program that connects early-career professionals with experienced mentors to kick-start your BPA career.
- Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
- The “Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Design integrated telecommunications and security systems, including specialized high-security solutions, and conduct threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments to define justified client requirements. Coordinate designs with other disciplines, consult with clients, prepare technical documents and cost estimates, and support construction supervision, testing, commissioning, and proposals.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, and at least 5–7 years of relevant experience; an Ontario P.Eng. licence is an asset. Candidates need strong knowledge of electronic security systems and IP networks, French fluency, English proficiency, a valid driver's licence, and the ability to obtain Government of Canada security clearance.
Skills
- Electronic Security Systems
- Threat and Risk Assessment
- Vulnerability Assessment
- IP Networks
- Access Control
- Video Surveillance
- Intrusion Detection
- Security Zoning
- Defence in Depth
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- Construction Supervision
- System Commissioning
- Technical Writing
- Client Communication
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling
- Hybrid Work Policy
- Paid Overtime or Time Off in Lieu
- Group Insurance
- Employer-Contributed RRSP
- Training and Professional Development
- Mentorship Program
- Modern BIM and Collaboration Tools
- Well-Being and Mental Health Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
- Construction
- Consulting
- Technology
Keywords
- Telecommunications
- Electronic Security Systems
- Access Control
- Video Surveillance
- Intrusion Detection
- Duress Alarms
- Intercom Systems
- Structured Cabling
- IP Networks
- Threat and Risk Assessment
- Harmonized TRA Methodology
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Defence in Depth
- Security Zoning
- ANSI/TIA-568
- ANSI/TIA-942
- ANSI/TIA-5017
- ISO/IEC 22237-6
- RCMP Physical Security Guides
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- BIM
- PSP
- CPP
- RCDD
- Government of Canada Security Clearance
- Construction Supervision
- System Commissioning
- Electrical Engineering