Elias Chen, P.Eng.
About Elias Chen, P.Eng.
Elias Chen, P.Eng., is an Engineer II at TELUS in Burnaby, British Columbia, with a strong background in civil engineering and telecommunications.
Current Role at TELUS
Elias Chen currently holds the position of Engineer II at TELUS in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. In this role, he supports the New Growth Markets (NGM) Residential developments, contributing significantly to the telecommunication sector through his technical capabilities in civil engineering and project delivery expertise.
Professional Experience in Telecommunications
Elias Chen has been working in the telecommunication industry since 2013. His career began at Telecon Design Inc. where he served as an OSP Design Specialist (EIT) for five years. Following this, he joined TELUS as an Engineer I from 2018 to 2021 before being promoted to Engineer II. His extensive experience includes strong project delivery within the telecommunication sector.
Civil Engineering Education
Elias Chen earned his Bachelor of Applied Science (B.ASc.) in Civil Engineering with Honours from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he attended a Summer Program at Boston University in 2007 and completed his Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Levels at Hwa Chong Institution from 2003 to 2008, where he focused on Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and China Studies in Chinese.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before his current role at TELUS, Elias Chen held various positions that contributed to his diverse skill set. He worked as a CAD Designer and Translator at Canton Province Construction Design Company in Guangzhou, China. Additionally, he volunteered as a server at Beijing Wada International Hostel. Elias also worked at Hero Certified Burger and Lettieri Espresso Bar as a Food Assistant and served as VP External for the University of Toronto Chinese Engineering Students' Association.
Leadership and Mentoring
Elias Chen is recognized for his outstanding leadership qualities and his experience as a mentor. During his tenure as VP External at the University of Toronto Chinese Engineering Students' Association, he demonstrated his ability to lead and guide peers effectively. His mentorship extends into his professional roles, where his expertise and guidance play a pivotal role in project delivery and technical development.