Mechanical Designer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Designer/Technologist, you will contribute your technical expertise to impactful, multidisciplinary projects that support safer, more efficient and more sustainable mining, metals and industrial infrastructure systems. You’ll design and collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that help communities and industries thrive. This position will play a key role in the design and optimization of the layout design of heavy industrial projects across the subsector.

This position will be located in one of our Canadian offices with preference for St John’s, Newfoundland;
Vancouver, British Columbia;
Brockville, Ontario; and Sarnia, Ontario.

• Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for existing plant upgrades and new facilities;
• Prepare process flow diagrams;
• Prepare design sketches;
• Prepare design calculations and design briefs;
• Prepare standard details;
• Prepare trade‑off studies and reports;
• Assist in the checking of vendor documentation;
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure a timely and accurate flow of design information, while ensuring departmental and client standards are maintained;
• Provide input to departmental support tasks such as the maintenance and revision of equipment libraries, department standards and procedures.

• College diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent;
• 8+ years experience in mechanical engineering design specifically with experience in layout design for heavy industrial and/or mining projects;
• Strong understanding of mechanical equipment and piping installation requirements in the field;
• Must have consulting experience;
• Proven experience with AVEVA E3D, Plant3D, Revit, Micro Station, Solid Edge and Smart Plant;
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal);
• French language skills (written and verbal) an asset;
• Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to perform design engineering;
• Strong critical thinking skills and an ability to problem solve effectively;
• Ability to work well in a team but also as an individual contributor.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026;
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach;
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours;
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $77,400 – $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future‑prove our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

• We value our people and our reputation;
• We are locally dedicated with international scale;
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo;
• We foster collaboration in everything we do;
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

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