Senior Mechanical Engineer, P.Eng

Your Role as Senior Mechanical Engineer, P.Eng

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, P.Eng. you play a leadership role within a multi-discipline team to provide mechanical engineering design for detailed engineering projects. You are also responsible for leading design activities, maintaining project schedules and ensuring successful project completion. You will review project documents and drawings for technical quality and accuracy. This position reports to the Manager, Mechanical Engineering Services.

Other responsibilities include reviewing project documents and drawings for technical quality and accuracy and providing recommendations for system improvements. You will utilize your mechanical engineering expertise, act as a resource for industry codes, standards, and construction methods, and contribute to the expansion of the existing mechanical team and practice at BESTECH.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Lead and manage the design and analysis of mechanical systems including, but not limited to, underground and surface mining infrastructure, pumping and piping systems, industructal mechanical systems, and specification of various types of mechanical equipment.
• Develop and review mechanical engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior/intermediate engineers, reviewing their work for accuracy and adherence to design objectives.
• Collaborate with other engineers and project stakeholders to develop comprehensive mechanical design solutions that meet project requirements and objectives.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing mechanical systems, identify potential issues, and provide recommendations for remedial action.
• Participate in project meetings, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to address technical challenges, resolve conflicts, and ensure seamless project delivery.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in mechanical engineering practices, applying them to enhance project efficiency and innovation.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals, including scope definition and cost estimation, to secure new business opportunities.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the engineering team, promoting best practices and adherence to industry standards.
• Manage smaller mechanical and multi-discipline projects.

Qualifications

• University degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering license in Ontario.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Extensive knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and guidelines with strong industrial experience.
• Demonstrated ability to collect and compile operational data and prepare scopes of work, estimates, schedules, budgets, specifications, and reports.
• Ability to prepare and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, layouts, and other visual aids.
• Experience with HVAC, hazardous piping systems (oxygen, acid, SO2, etc.), slurry/tailings handling, fire protections systems and Plant3D software are all considered assets.
• Extensive computer knowledge in industry applications, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Coach and mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth and development of the mechanical team.
• Solid client relationship management experience and collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure project success.
• Ability to manage large and complex projects, including managing budgets and schedules.
• Must have strong project management skills and experience in leading projects.
• Able to ensure that all designs will maintain a safe operating environment.
• Knowledge and experience in the following areas is considered an asset:
  • Pumping systems
  • ASME B31 pressure piping systems
  • Underground dewatering and backfill systems
  • Underground mine infrastructure
  • Industrial HVAC
  • Conveyor and material handling systems
  • Compressed air systems
  • Other industrial mechanical systems
  • Construction support and on-site commissioning
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with exceptional report writing skills.
• Effectively liaise with other engineers, specialists, EITs, designers and project managers to ensure client needs are met.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment to meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel, if required, and attend meetings and field visits on client sites.
• Interested in a supportive, engaging consulting engineering culture. Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies related to mechanical engineering.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle.

BESTECH Canada Limited offers a competitive salary and benefits package.  We are proud of and continuously thrive to improve our employee culture, and value an equitable and balanced life/work approach.

Why Join the BESTECH Team?

We provide our employees with opportunities to grow and succeed professionally and personally. As a growing organization, we still get excited about partnering with new professionals joining our team, along with the unique knowledge, skill set, and experiences each brings to our team!

Considering moving to Greater Sudbury?

Greater Sudbury is known as an amazing place to live, work, and play! As the capital of Northern Ontario, Greater Sudbury sits at the crossroads of the great outdoors and city culture – the perfect mix of tranquility and amenities!

Spanning more than 4,000 square kilometers, there are more than 200 kilometers of hiking trails ready to explore as well as 330 lakes within the city limits! Residents fish, canoe, kayak, swim, skate, play hockey, and enjoy nature year-round, minutes from their homes.

We also have a range of religious, recreational, and professional associations and communities that help newcomers get to know the city, its culture, and its people.

Greater Sudbury would not be as vibrant and diverse without its two neighboring First Nation communities and our Francophone population. New residents and visitors often describe Sudbury as offering a “true Canadian experience” because of its cultural mix, heritage, and diversity.

We invite applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. BESTECH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of our career posting, please contact Human Resources at (705) 675-7720. All responses are appreciated and will be handled with strict confidence. Please be advised that only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.