Maintenance Engineer

Heidelberg Materials; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials in Canada is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to lead capital and maintenance projects within a fast-paced industrial setting. You will manage scopes, budgets and schedules while coordinating contractors and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery.

You will develop maintenance strategies, mentor teams, and drive reliability improvements across mechanical systems, pumps, conveyors, and equipment installations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of industrial experience in cement, mining, aggregates, heavy manufacturing, pulp & paper, petrochemical, or similar process industries.
• Ability to independently identify issues, develop solutions, and drive projects to completion.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industrial mechanical systems and equipment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-aided design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium-sized capital and maintenance projects from concept to startup.
• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, specifications, and execution plans.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, consultants, and stakeholders for project delivery.
• Monitor project performance, costs, safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Support equipment installations, system upgrades, and plant improvement initiatives.
• Provide engineering support to maintenance and operations teams by troubleshooting issues.
• Drive reliability improvements for mechanical, rotating, conveying, hydraulic, pneumatic, and material-handling systems.
• Develop equipment standards, maintenance strategies, and preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

CMMS

Job description

• Department: Engineering & Operational Excellence
• Position Type: Full time

What You'll Be Doing:

The Maintenance Engineer role combines project management, engineering support, reliability improvement, and minor design work within a fast-paced industrial environment.

Lead small to medium-sized capital and maintenance projects from concept, planning, and design through commissioning and startup.

Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, technical specifications, and execution plans.

Coordinate contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Monitor project performance, costs, safety compliance, quality standards, and schedule adherence.

Support equipment installations, system upgrades, and plant improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.

Provide engineering support to maintenance and operations teams by troubleshooting equipment and process-related issues.

Drive reliability improvements for mechanical, rotating, conveying, hydraulic, pneumatic, and material-handling systems.

Develop equipment standards, maintenance strategies, and preventive maintenance programs to improve asset performance.

Prepare and review engineering designs, layouts, equipment modifications, technical documentation, drawings, and scopes of work.

Support plant optimization and continuous improvement efforts through engineering evaluations, performance analysis, asset management best practices, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.

What Are We Looking For:

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

3 to 5 years of industrial experience in cement, mining, aggregates, heavy manufacturing, pulp & paper, petrochemical, or similar process industries.

Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, develop solutions, and drive projects to completion.

Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of industrial mechanical systems and equipment.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-aided design software.

Preferred

Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) eligible to obtain P.Eng. designation in Alberta.

Experience with reliability engineering and root cause analysis methodologies.

Familiarity with SAP or other computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Experience working in heavy process industries such as cement manufacturing, mining, or aggregates.

Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drafting software.

Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Strong analytical and technical problem-solving abilities.

Effective communicator capable of working with tradespeople, contractors, vendors, and management.

Ability to prioritize work and perform effectively in a dynamic industrial environment.

Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions & Availability

Participate in the plant's after-hours on-call support rotation, providing technical assistance and coordination for equipment breakdowns and operational issues as required.

On-call requirement approximately one weekend out of every seven, and occasional coverage is required to support vacations and business needs.

Respond to urgent plant issues, including those outside of normal working hours, and provide leadership during equipment or process-related incidents.

Office and manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditions.

What We Offer:

Industry leading benefits package, including health, dental, and wellness

Pension plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions and RRSP options, Opportunities for training, development, career growth within a global organization

Heidelberg Materials welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.