Intermediate Mechanical Engineer – Hydropower

Overview

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer – Hydropower role ’ll join a team of about 20 turbine-generator specialists, working on hydroelectric projects across Canada. Based in our Toronto office, you’ll be involved in all phases of engineering projects, ensuring exceptional technical quality of deliverables. Occasional site visits are part of the role. You’ll identify and develop new business opportunities and mentor the Hydropower team to support growth.

• Manage and perform various mechanical projects for turbines, generators, mechanical speed governors, bearing lubrication and cooling, balancing and alignment of rotating parts, hydromechanical valves and balance of plant for refurbishment projects and new hydroelectric powerplants / pumped storage projects
• Play a leading role in client communications for your mandates
• Be a key team member in executing small to major modernization or new installation projects
• Solve complex problems related to mechanical components in hydroelectric power plants
• Identify, plan and organize client needs to assess the condition of their units and conduct power upgrade studies (turbines and generators)
• Lead onsite inspections, diagnostics, commissioning and testing
• Represent your area of expertise and promote it to potential clients and specialized groups in the hydropower sector
• Mentor and coach junior engineers by actively sharing knowledge and encouraging skill development
• Foster a workplace culture that promotes high-quality professional work

• University degree in mechanical engineering
• From 5 to 14 years of relevant experience in the hydropower sector
• Relevant experience with inspections, condition assessments, installation, commissioning and testing
• Registered P.Eng. with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) or another Canadian province
• Driver’s licence

For over 45 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. BBA develops innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution. BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

Our goal is to ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do everything we can to build a workplace where all employees excel and feel respected, heard and valued. Our people’s passion and excellence contribute to BBA being recognized as a Best Managed Company and a Mercer Best Employer in 2024. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language. Learn more about us on our Linked In page.

• Seniority level:
  Associate
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Design, Consulting, and Engineering
• Industries:
  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, and Mining