Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

BBA Consultants; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance plan starting day one

Disability insurance (short-term &

Retirement savings plan

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

BBA Consultants in Calgary is seeking a Mechanical & Piping Engineer to support proposals, engineering design, and execution of plant and field projects across energy, carbon capture, and chemical sectors. The role offers exposure to technically challenging work and growing client interaction and project coordination responsibilities.

You will collaborate with EITs, technicians, and drafters, perform engineering calculations, review plans, and ensure compliance with standards while occasionally

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree and registration with APEGA (or eligibility).
• 3–7 years in mechanical/piping engineering, ideally in energy, petrochemical, or chemical industries.
• Familiarity with codes and standards; experience with pressure vessels, piping, and mechanical equipment selection/design; knowledge of material selection.
• Proficiency with MS Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Navisworks, and CAESAR II.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to building and maintaining client relationships by understanding project needs and delivering quality work.
• Participate in conceptual design studies and bring forward practical technical input.
• Prepare and review plans, specifications, and design details.
• Perform engineering calculations and ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, tender packages, and specifications.
• Collaborate with EITs, technicians, and drafters by providing guidance and reviewing work.
• Monitor assigned tasks for compliance with scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Prepare technical datasheets and ensure documentation is complete and reliable.
• Occasionally support site activities, including contractor supervision.

Skills

Proactive problem-solving

Strong communication

Independent initiative

Mentoring junior engineers

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

APEGA registration (or eligibility)

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Navisworks

CAESAR II

MS Office

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a Mechanical & Piping Engineer to support proposals, engineering design, and the execution of plant and field projects — primarily within the Energy, Carbon Capture, and Chemical sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of technically challenging projects, while gradually taking on more responsibility in client interaction and project coordination.

Type of position: Régulier

With Us, You Will Have the Opportunity to …

• Contribute to building and maintaining client relationships by understanding project needs and delivering quality work.
• Participate in conceptual design studies and bring forward practical technical input.
• Prepare and review plans, specifications, and design details.
• Perform engineering calculations and ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, tender packages, and specifications.
• Collaborate with EITs, technicians, and drafters by providing guidance and reviewing work.
• Monitor assigned tasks for compliance with scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Prepare technical datasheets and ensure documentation is complete and reliable.
• Occasionally support site activities, including contractor supervision.

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Results Driven
• Desire to motivate and develop the next generation
• Thirst to learn and excel
• Caring mindset that puts people first
• Efficient, both at the office and the work site
• Rigorous and ethical

Your Qualifications

• Education & Membership: Mechanical Engineering degree and registration with APEGA (or eligibility).
• Experience: 3–7 years in mechanical/piping engineering, ideally in energy, petrochemical, or chemical industries.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with codes and standards; experience in pressure vessels, piping, and mechanical equipment selection/design; knowledge of material selection.
• Software: Proficiency with MS Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Navisworks, and CAESAR II.

Skills & Attributes

• Proactive and adaptable, with strong problem‑solving ability.
• Clear communicator with strong teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative.
• Interest in mentoring junior engineers and technicians.
• Other Requirements: Available to travel occasionally in Canada and abroad.
• Asset: Bilingual (English and French).

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Awards

• Annual premium program for regular employees.
• Access to a time bank.
• Onsite mobility premium.
• Cellphone Program.
• Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees.
• Retirement saving plan for regular employees.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Premium offered through the Employee Referral program.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
• Growing business with many opportunities
• Access to a leadership program

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry. Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves. Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field‑ready support. Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.