About you:
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If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:
As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING

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Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the job:

Kent is looking for a Senior Telecom Engineer to support upcoming FEED, detailed engineering, and brownfield/greenfield scopes for client proposals and execution projects in the Edmonton region. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in industrial telecommunications systems, proven P.Eng experience in Alberta, and the ability to interface effectively with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams. This role will support telecom system design, troubleshooting, integration, and field support for complex industrial facilities. We are also open to candidates based out of our Calgary office.

Skills and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

Telecom Engineering & Technical Support

• Develop and review telecom system design packages, including data, voice, fiber optic, wireless, PAGA and security systems
• Work as Telecom Lead Engineer on FEED, Detailed Engineering, and execution phases for brownfield and greenfield projects
• Perform system integration reviews and technical evaluations
• Provide troubleshooting support for telecom network and communication system issues
• Conduct field verifications, constructability reviews, and final walkdowns

System Design & Documentation

• Prepare and review telecom system specifications, datasheets, and scope of work documents
• Develop network architecture diagrams, block diagrams, cable routing drawings, fiber allocation and wiring termination diagrams
• Ensure documentation aligns with client standards and regulatory requirements
• Support telecom design calculations, including bandwidth, network load, and redundancy planning

Vendor & Contractor Interface

• Interface with vendors and sub-contractors for technical clarifications and equipment evaluations
• Review vendor documentation, technical submittals, FAT/SAT documentation, and test results
• Support procurement activities, including bid evaluations and technical recommendations

Reliability & Optimization

• Identify system vulnerabilities and propose redundancy or resilience improvements
• Support network upgrades, fiber expansions, and modernization initiatives
• Assist in cybersecurity coordination and telecom system hardening strategies

Reporting & Recordkeeping

• Maintain telecom engineering documentation and technical logs
• Contribute to weekly engineering progress reports and technical coordination meetings

Internal & External Interface

• Interface closely with client’s telecom, IT, Automation and operations departments
• Collaborate with electrical, instrumentation, automation, and mechanical engineering teams
• Provide technical input during project reviews and client presentations

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

Knowledge/Qualifications/Training/Certification:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline
• Active Professional Engineer (P.Eng) registration with APEGA

• 10+ years of telecom engineering experience in industrial or energy sector environments
• Experience with fiber optic systems, structured cabling, LAN/WAN networks, wireless systems, and industrial communication protocols
• Familiarity with industrial telecom systems, including CCTV, access control, PA/GA, radio systems, and network infrastructure
• Strong understanding of CSA codes, Alberta regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• FEED and brownfield/greenfield project experience required

Communication

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to clearly convey technical information to multidisciplinary teams and clients
• Strong client-facing presence

Behavior/Core Competencies

• Analytical and structured approach to telecom system design and troubleshooting
• Strong vendor and contractor coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team
• Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role:

Location: Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta
Relocation required: No
Travel required: Minimal; occasional client site visits required (primarily within Alberta)
Contract type: Full-time
Experience level: 10+ years