Senior Mechanical Engineer, Power Generation

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Senior Mechanical Engineer – Energy team. Join WSP’s Energy subsector, part of the ERI (Energy, Resources & Industry) sector, delivering solutions that power Canada’s energy transition. From upstream and downstream oil and gas to renewable energy markets, you will partner with clients across the full project lifecycle, designing, engineering, and innovating for a low‑carbon future. This position can be located in any Canadian office, with preference for BC and AB.

• Lead the design of mechanical piping and equipment for power generation projects.
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards.
• Perform high‑complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection.
• Develop P&IDs for power plant systems: steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, fuel gas, hydrogen, and utilities.
• Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment such as heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps.
• Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems.
• Check design deliverables against industry codes, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Coordinate with drafters, designers, and engineers; review work progress and results.
• Provide technical mentoring and oversight.

• University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience within the EPCM environment, focused on power generation projects.
• Current licensed professional engineer (P. Eng, Ing, PE) in the province of practice.
• Experience in a consulting environment is desired.
• Proven experience as a senior mechanical expert, leading and mentoring clients.
• Working knowledge of Micro Station or AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of Smart Plant 3D or CADworx.
• Experience using Caesar II or Auto Pipe.
• Experience using Thermoflow.

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $147,500 – $195,400
MB & ON: $134,600 – $184,600
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $125,400 – $168,900

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided may be subject to change.

Health and Safety is a core value of WSP. It is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy and client HSE policies at all times. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather within secure and reasonable limits.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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