Type of position: Regular

Ready to transform the industry with us?

Join BBA as a senior engineer and put your experience to work by actively contributing to various stages of key projects in operational safety for automated systems.

Your leadership skills will be put to the test every day as you take part in making technology decisions, preparing proposals and developing safety solutions tailored to client operational realities. You’ll also contribute to business development by showcasing BBA’s expertise.

This role will give you the opportunity to take the lead, be in the thick of the action and work closely with talented people.

An overview of your mandates and responsibilities

• Serve as a technical reference in industrial automation safety
• Identify, analyze and mitigate industrial risks associated with the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated equipment
• Carry out onsite risk assessments that reflect actual machine use and operational behaviours
• Support operations teams in managing changes that impact safety
• Establish client needs, project scope and proposals
• Assign and review work by intermediate and junior engineers, technicians and drafters assigned to the project and assess technical scope
• Develop, maintain and improve internal standards and best practices
• Train and support operators, technicians and supervisors on safety aspects related to automated systems
• Take on project manager responsibilities by ensuring quality, budget control and timelines in line with the mandate
• Interact with clients and help with business development
• Serve as a leader when preparing technical and commercial proposals

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit

• Results-driven

• Inspirational leadership

• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions

• Caring mindset that puts people first

• Ability to look beyond established standards

The experience you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in automated production engineering, electrical engineering or other relevant training
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec
• At least 10 years of relevant experience
• In-depth knowledge of operational safety principles
• Knowledge of applicable standards (CSA Z432, ISO 12100, ISO 13849, RSST)
• Available to travel to and from our offices in the Greater Montréal area
• Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects
• Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec
• Asset: TÜV Nord CMSE, CFSE or equivalent training

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for all regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits

• Opportunity to mentor our next generation: We invest in our people and help them develop

• A corporate culture that values expertise

• Participation in innovation projects

• Promotion of our experts (SMEs), both externally and internally

• On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA

• Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.