Engineer, BPV

Technical Standards & Safety Authority; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) seeks a licensed Mechanical Engineer to assess submissions for registration or variance of pressure-retaining components and systems in accordance with Ontario regulations and adapted codes. You will review qualifications, analyze drawings, perform stress calculations, and coordinate with clients and internal committees.

You will contribute to safety by staying current with CSA/ASME/ANSI standards and participating in continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• PEO-licensed Mechanical Engineer with 3–5 years in pressure equipment.
• Knowledge of Ontario Regulations, CSA, ASME, and ANSI codes.
• Experience with design submittals, calculations, and QC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate design submissions against Ontario Regulations and codes.
• Review applications and verify manufacturer qualifications (QC program).
• Analyze technical drawings and calculations, including stress analyses.
• Follow up with clients to obtain needed information or resolve issues.
• Present submissions to internal committees (e.g., variances).
• Issue CRN letters to extend approvals when appropriate.
• Provide regulatory guidance on codes and standards to clients.

Skills

Stress analysis

Reading drawings

Client coordination

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree (PEO-recognized)

P.Eng license

Tools

PV Elite

Turbo IX

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA), we are deeply committed to safety and passionate about making Ontario a safer place to live, work and play. As one of Ontario’s public safety regulators, establishedby the provincial government, our team of more than 450 professionals administer safety regulations and enhance public safety across multiple sectors - boilers and pressure vessels and operating engineers; elevating devices, amusementdevicesand ski lifts; and fuels. Our people are our greatestassetand every role is vital to our vision of working together for safer communities - today and tomorrow.

Position Summary:

Engineer employees are represented by The Society of United Professionals, IFPTE Local 160. As an Engineer, BPV, you will assess the safety of submissions from the clients for the registration or variance to the design of pressure retaining components and systems such as boilers, pressure vessels, piping and fittings in accordance with the provincial act, regulations and adapted codes and standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluate design submissions in relation to the Ontario Regulations and adapted codes and standards (CSA, ASME and ANSI) including:
• Review TSSA application forms and confirm manufacturer's qualifications such as an approved QC program
• Analyzecomponent or system's technical drawings and calculations including performing stress calculations
• Follow up with client to address outstanding information requirements or technical issues
• Present and review submission with internal committees where necessary (e.g. variances)
• Extend approval through issuing of CRN (Canadian Registration Number) when appropriate
• Respond to client requests for consultation regarding the regulations, codes and standards
• Research changes to codes + standards and share with TSSA colleagues such as other Engineers, Inspectors and Technical Specialists
• Provide technical support to field staff as requested
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of internal process documentation such as SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) and external documents such as guidelines for industry
• Actively participate in promoting public safety as a member of CSA/or ASME committees
• Participate in audits of clients to ensure compliance with regulations, codes and standards
• Continuously develop knowledge of components and systems design as well as applicable regulatory documentation

Job Qualifications:

• Mechanical engineering degree from a Canadian university or other academic program that is recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) for licensure.
• P.Eng. license
• 3-5 years of engineering experience in a related pressure equipment industry.
• Candidates with the following qualifications are preferred:
• Sound knowledge of boiler and pressure vessel designs
• Knowledge of the Ontario Acts, Regulations, and safety codes (CSA and ASME)
• Software application proficiency in Microsoft Office, PV Elite, Turbo IX and SolidWorks
• Working knowledge of welding techniques and associated metallurgy and materials

Hiring Range Details:

As a unionized role represented by Society of United Professionals Union, this position offers competitive wages as outlined in the collective agreement. For full details, visit IFPTE Local 160 and TSSA .

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment:

TSSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building and maintaining collaborative, caring and positive work environments so that our employees bring their whole selves to work each and every day. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or disability. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

TSSA is pleased to offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within TSSA. We are actively seeking a qualified candidate to fill the current position.

TSSA uses AI to support screening of pre-screening question responses. Even if an application is flagged by the system, our team endeavours to review all candidates' qualifications and experience.