Mechanical Engineer – Piping

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Piping

Location: Burnaby, BC (Hybrid)

Estimated Duration: 12 Months

Our client is a leading energy utility that generates, purchases, distributes and sells electricity. They are currently looking for a Mechanical  Engineer for their Burnaby location.

Overview:

Our client is looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will act as a design engineer, Professional of Record, and owner’s engineer, including reviewing and accepting external work on behalf of client

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute field investigations and site visits, including travel to and work at project sites as required.
• Prepare design calculations, issued-for-construction drawings, specifications, engineering memos, and reports to support project delivery, decision-making, and funding approval.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and groups, including heavy mechanical, power unit, fire protection, protection and controls, electrical, civil, estimating, procurement, operations, construction management, and project management, to develop project scope and engineering solutions.
• Identify and lead improvements to engineering and construction work, work processes, and common client practices.
• Develop cost-effective execution plans and solutions for design, construction, operation, and maintenance, including cost-saving initiatives in coordination with stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and direction to junior engineers, technologists, consultants, support staff, drafters, and 3D designers.
• Understand and adhere to client Standards, Processes and Guidelines
• Manage mechanical engineering design projects and work packages of varying size and complexity.
• Conduct design reviews of work completed by internal teams and external consultants to ensure client design standards and specifications are met

Experience:
 

• Mechanical Engineering Degree recognized by Canadian Universities
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).
• A minimum of four years of relevant experience.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence in good standing.
• Strong understanding of applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31, B16, B36, BPVC series, ASTM, API, MSS, CSA, and BC-specific regulations.
• Experience with industrial water, air, and oil piping systems and related equipment, such as pumps, pump stations, compressors, pressure vessels, and backup diesel generators, including design, stress analysis, process engineering, fabrication, construction, investigations, repairs, modifications, or upgrades.
• Ability to deliver engineering work from conceptual design through final turnover to client Operations.
• Strong self-motivation, ownership, sense of urgency, and commitment to high-quality work.
• A results-focused approach with the ability to simplify complex problems, develop practical alternatives, and support risk-based decisions.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and make reasonable assumptions based on experience to keep work progressing.
• A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, conflict resolution, teamwork, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of the hydroelectric industry or transferable experience from utilities, oil and gas, mining, or other heavy industries is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience with 3D plant design, BIM modeling, clash detection, and model coordination using tools such as Autodesk Plant 3D, ReCap, and Navisworks.
• Extensive experience delivering industrial piping and HVAC projects in hydroelectric powerplants from concept through construction and commissioning is considered an asset
• Proficiency in piping design software packages including AFT FATHOM and CAESAR II, is considered an asset