Mechanical Designer, Turbines

Pratt & Whitney; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan and savings

Group insurance

Career progression

Merit/recognition program

Health and wellness program

Recreational and sports club

Daycares nearby

Transit & free parking

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada in Longueuil seeks a Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join the Turbine Design group. You will design turbine components, lead Integrated Product Teams, and produce technical documentation for detail design and field support.

The role requires strong mechanical design knowledge, good English communication skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a French-speaking environment. On-site work in Longueuil is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical design.
• OIQ membership is recommended for the candidate.

Responsibilities

• Generate mechanical design solutions for turbine engine components.
• Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPT) across detail design activities.
• Document IPT activities with engineering layouts, specs, memos and manufacturing support.
• Prepare CAD models and design architectures for new engines.
• Solve design problems on field engines and support engine development.
• Coordinate design and analytical activities across teams.
• Produce engineering documents communicating design solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering communication

Team leadership

Documentation writing

Education

Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering Bachelor degree

OIQ membership recommended

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why Join The Team?

The P&WC Turbine Design group is responsible for the design of all Turbine components (Disc, Blade, Vane, Case, Bearing Cavity, Exhaust, Shroud Segment, various Seal….) as well as conducting preliminary structural analyses. Our responsibilities extend from preliminary design to field engine support.

You will be part of a team of specialists in the Turbine Design department.

This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday with flexible hours, based in Longueuil, and performed exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Generate innovative mechanical design solutions for gas turbine engine (turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft) problems, ensuring the program cost, weight, and performance requirements are met.
• Lead, co-ordinate and schedule Integrated Product Teams (IPT) covering all design activities during the detail design phase.
• Document the IPT’s activities in a design job package that includes producing engineering layout drawings, equipment specifications, technical memos, and support manufacturing and engine development after the detail design phase.
• Prepare CAD models.
• Solve mechanical design problems on field engines.
• Design mechanical architectures and cross-sections for new engines.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate design and analytical activities.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams during the design phase.
• Produce engineering documents to communicate solutions to mechanical design problems.

What do you need to be successful?

• To have completed a Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering Bachelor degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience. Member of OIQ is recommended.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design.
• General knowledge of engineering disciplines (aerodynamics, heat transfer, structures, dynamics)
• Strong communications skills, written and oral.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing methods and CATIA V5 would be a benefit
• This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.