Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
Wood is currently seeking an expression of interest for an upcoming Senior Mechanical Engineering position to join our Canada Projects business delivering some of the world's boldest and most critical projects. This opportunity is hybrid.

The Role
Wood is currently recruiting for a  Senior Mechanical Engineer  to join our team in our office based in Sarnia, Ontario. Reporting to the Manager of Mechanical Department, the role supports Wood’s future and ongoing projects. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing and updating mechanical specifications, technical documentation, and equipment data sheets, as well as managing RFQs and evaluating supplier bids.

This role will provide technical assessments and support decision‑making throughout the mechanical engineering process.

Our Clients and Projects
Wood’s Projects business delivers some of the world's boldest and most critical projects, embracing many diverse and evolving sectors, from Oil, Gas & New Energies and Process & Chemicals, to Minerals, Metals & Life Sciences. We provide a full suite of services including project management, engineering, EPC, EPCM and project delivery, working in close collaboration with our colleagues in Consulting and Operations to ensure we are responsive to the needs of our clients through an integrated lifecycle proposition.

What We Can Offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Oil, Gas and New Energies sector.

Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.

Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is $107,000 CAD to $150,000 CAD. Final salary will be based on relevant and applicable experience, education, and the specific skill set and qualifications required for the role.

Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.

Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.

Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities

Generating new Mechanical specifications, expanding / updating current specifications, preparing deviations on specifications.

In-depth knowledge in either one or more of the following areas:

Rotating Equipment (pumps, air‑compressors, steam/gas turbines, etc.).

Stationary Equipment (pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, etc.).

HVAC Systems/Equipment.

Materials Handling (cranes, davits, etc.).

Generating technical decision records and project decision records as related to Mechanical engineering.

Create, specify, and maintain data sheets for Mechanical Equipment such that the items can be purchased.

Compilation of RFQs with specifications, scopes, and data sheets.

Review quotations from suppliers and perform a technical bid evaluation of the equipment offered.

Make technical assessments and recommendations when required.

Post‑purchase order placement package management, including review and approval of supplier documentation for the equipment.

An awareness and understanding of non‑destructive testing examination methods/requirements.

Display an awareness of corrosion characteristics and welding processes.

Visit the supplier’s shop or the client’s site.

Develop Construction Work Packages specific to mechanical scope.

Assist with the preparation of technical work practices to ensure consistent working methods.

Liaise with the engineering disciplines:
Piping, Process, I&C, Electrical, CSA, Procurement…