Mechanical Designer (Skid system/process piping)

Alten; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks vacation starting from year 1

Group insurance and retirement savings

Corporate discounts

Job summary

ALTEN Canada is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to design process skids and packaged systems for nuclear-related projects across Canada. You will generate CAD models and fabrication drawings, size equipment, and coordinate with construction and procurement teams to ensure seamless execution.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in chemical manufacturing or similar settings, strong CAD skills, and experience working in cross-disciplinary teams. Nuclear industry exposure and P.Eng.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process plants, or related industrial environments.
• Experience designing process skids and packaged process systems.
• Proficient with SolidWorks for 3D design and detailed engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of equipment layout, fabrication drawings, and mechanical design practices.
• Experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering teams with strong communication skills.
• Nuclear industry experience is an asset.
• P.Eng. designation is an asset.
• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII and/or ASME Section III codes is an asset.
• Familiarity with CSA N299 requirements is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Designing mechanical tools, systems, and process skids (e.g., filtration skids, vacuum drying systems).
• Generating CAD models, drawings, and design packages (fabrication drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, BOMs).
• Performing equipment sizing and selection (pumps, tanks, motors, heat exchangers).
• Leading interfaces with construction, procurement, and stakeholders.
• Troubleshooting during equipment build, testing, and commissioning.

Job description

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Context of the project:

• Design and development of modular systems (process skids) for nuclear applications.
• Projects include standalone systems like filtration skids, vacuum drying systems for refurbishment or operational support.
• Work spans design, fabrication, testing, and potential on-site commissioning.

Day to day activities:

• Designing mechanical tools, systems, and process skids (e.g., filtration skids, vacuum drying systems).
• Generating CAD models, drawings, and design packages (fabrication drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, BOMs).
• Performing equipment sizing and selection (pumps, tanks, motors, heat exchangers).
• Leading interfaces with construction, procurement, and stakeholders.
• Troubleshooting during equipment build, testing, and commissioning.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process plants, or related industrial environments
• Experience designing process skids and packaged process systems
• Proficient with SolidWorks for 3D design and detailed engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of equipment layout, fabrication drawings, and mechanical design practices
• Experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering teams with strong communication skills
• Nuclear industry experience is an asset
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is an asset
• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII and/or ASME Section III codes is an asset
• Familiarity with CSA N299 requirements is an asset

Why Join Us?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development

As part of our dedication to employee well-being, we provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from year one
• Corporate discounts and team-building activities

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Alten uses artificial intelligence tools to support certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as interview note-taking and résumé formatting. These tools do not make hiring decisions. Candidate consent is always obtained prior to use.

In accordance with our compensation practices, ALTEN is providing the salary range associated with this opportunity. Final compensation will be determined after considering several factors, including professional experience, skill set, educational background, certifications, and geographic market conditions. The current target salary range for this role is $80,000 – $110,000 per year.