Material Handling Engineer, Resources

WSP in Canada; Smithers; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada 2026

Flexible work options

Career development

Job summary

WSP, in Canada, is seeking a senior Material Handling Engineer to guide design and mentorship across mining and heavy industrial projects from BC offices. You will shape material handling systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver compliant, high-quality solutions while ensuring safety and project success.

The role emphasizes field/on-site work, strong expertise in conveyors and automated systems, and leadership across project delivery to drive efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in design/engineering of material handling systems in mining/heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of conveyors, lifting equipment, automated systems, or bulk material handling.
• P.Eng. designation in Canada or eligible.
• Experience solving real-world engineering challenges from equipment specification to system design.
• Willingness to work in the field/onsite and adhere to safety requirements.
• Proficiency with mechanical design and modeling tools and ongoing skill development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop material handling systems including conveyors, cranes, hoists, automated storage, and bulk material systems.
• Translate operational requirements into engineered solutions, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate material handling solutions into broader facility and infrastructure designs.
• Support project delivery through calculations, drawings, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and commissioning activities to ensure design intent is achieved.
• Apply industry standards, codes, and best practices to deliver compliant, high-quality solutions.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to intermediate and junior engineers, supporting team growth and capability development.
• Engage directly with clients, contractors, and internal partners to solve complex technical challenges and advance project delivery.

Skills

Material handling design

Conveyors

Lifting equipment

Automated systems

Bulk material handling

Field/onsite work

Mechanical design tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. designation (Canada)

Tools

CAD

FEM software

3D modeling tools

Job description

Job Description

We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You – Step into a role where your engineering expertise shapes how materials move efficiently, safely, and sustainably across complex industrial environments. As a Material Handling Engineer, you will contribute your technical leadership to impactful, multidisciplinary projects that support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable mining, metals and industrial infrastructure systems. You’ll guide design, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that help communities and industries thrive.

This position will be located in any one of our British Columbia offices.

At WSP, our Resources subsector plays a vital role within our Energy, Resources & Industry (ERI) sector, delivering end-to-end solutions for clients across Canada. For decades, we’ve provided expertise ranging from economic studies and detailed engineering to procurement, commissioning, site management, and mine closure. Our commitment is simple: meet the highest standards in the industry—and then exceed them.

Your Impact

• Design and develop material handling systems including conveyors, cranes, hoists, automated storage, and bulk material systems.
• Translate operational requirements into engineered solutions, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate material handling solutions into broader facility and infrastructure designs.
• Support project delivery through calculations, drawings, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and commissioning activities to ensure design intent is achieved.
• Apply industry standards, codes, and best practices to deliver compliant, high-quality solutions.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to intermediate and junior engineers, supporting team growth and capability development.
• Engage directly with clients, contractors, and internal partners to solve complex technical challenges and advance project delivery.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• University Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related.
• At least 15+ years of experience in the design and engineering of material handling systems in mining and heavy industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of conveyors, lifting equipment, automated systems, or bulk material handling.
• You hold (or are eligible for) a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
• You bring proven experience solving real‑world engineering challenges, from equipment specification to system design and integration.
• You’re comfortable working in the field or onsite as needed and adhere to all safety requirements.
• You have working proficiency with mechanical design and modeling tools and continuously grow your technical toolkit.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 - $162,800
• MB & ON: $112,100 - $154,400
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $111,000 - $147,400

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.