Mechanical Designer

WSP in Canada; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 70,600 - 97,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP's Sudbury, Ontario office seeks a Mechanical Designer to contribute to heavy industrial and mining projects. You will design 3D models, create layout arrangements, and develop process diagrams for upgrades and new facilities, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to meet client and department standards.

The role emphasizes strong mechanical knowledge, field installation awareness, and consulting-experience, with opportunities to work on diverse mining infrastructure projects across

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 8+ years of mechanical engineering design experience, including heavy industrial/mining layouts.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment and piping installation in field settings.
• Consulting experience is required.
• Experience with AVEVA E3D, Plant3D, Revit, Microstation, SolidEdge and SmartPlant.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• French language skills are an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative work style.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work well both in a team and individually.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for upgrades and new facilities.
• Prepare process flow diagrams and design sketches.
• Prepare design calculations and briefs and standard details.
• Conduct trade-off studies and prepare reports.
• Assist in checking Vendor documentation and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Maintain departmental standards and equipment libraries.

Skills

Mechanical design

Piping installation

Consulting experience

AVEVA E3D

Plant3D

Revit

Microstation

SolidEdge

SmartPlant

Communication skills

French language (asset)

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma

Job description

Job Description

We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You - As a Mechanical Designer, you will contribute your technical expertise to impactful, multidisciplinary projects that support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable mining, metals and industrial infrastructure systems. You’ll design and collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that help communities and industries thrive. This position will play a key role in the design and optimization of the layout design of heavy industrial projects across the subsector.

This position will be located in our Sudbury, Ontario office.

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

• Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for existing plant upgrades and new facilities;
• Prepare process flow diagrams;
• Prepare design sketches;
• Prepare design calculations and design briefs;
• Prepare standard details;
• Prepare trade-off studies and reports;
• Assist in the checking of Vendor documentation;
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure a timely and accurate flow of design information, while ensuring departmental and client standards are maintained;
• Provide input to departmental support tasks such as the maintenance and revision of equipment libraries, department standards and procedures.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent;
• 8+ years experience in mechanical engineering design specifically with experience in layout design for heavy industrial and/or mining projects;
• Strong understanding of mechanical equipment, and piping installation requirements in the field;
• Must have consulting experience;
• Proven experience with AVEVA E3D, Plant3D, Revit, Microstation, SolidEdge and SmartPlant;
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal);
• French language skills (written and verbal) an asset;
• Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to perform design engineering;
• Strong critical thinking skills and an ability to problem solve effectively;
• Ability to work well in a team but also as an individual contributor.

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

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $77,400 – $102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200

Atlantic Provinces & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

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.

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.

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.