Facilities Engineer (Mechanical Engineer)

Randstad Canada; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

A heavy industry client is seeking a contract Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month engagement. This role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5-10 years of experience in facility operations or maintenance. The ideal candidate will excel in collaboration and communication, providing engineering expertise while working closely with operations and maintenance teams. Responsibilities include developing engineering documents and ensuring safe plant performance. Interested candidates should forward their resume via email.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in facility Operations, Maintenance, or Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility upon hire.
• Familiarity with project management processes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and stamp engineering documents and site designs.
• Provide technical support for maintenance and project activities.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, and reliability teams.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Industry codes knowledge (ASME, API, NACE)

Job description

We are looking for a collaborative and driven contract Mechanical Engineer for a heavy industry client of ours. This position will initially be offered as a 12 month contract engagement.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys being close to operations, solving practical challenges, and working as part of a small, high-performing team that values collaboration and mutual respect.

Responsibilities

• Develop and stamp engineering documents, work packages, and site designs.
• Provide technical support for maintenance, turnaround, and CAPEX project activities.
• Coordinate on feasibility studies, design improvement, and project implementation.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, and reliability teams to deliver safe and efficient plant performance.
• Provide advanced mechanical engineering expertise.
• Implement changes in a safe and documented manner using proper Management of Change procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility upon hire.
• 5–10 years of experience in facility Operations, Maintenance, or Engineering.
• Working knowledge of industry codes (ASME B31.1/31.3, ASME BPVC Section I/VIII, API, NACE, CSA, TSBC).
• Familiarity with project management processes (PMP designation an asset, not required).
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based environment.
• Good background and knowledge of industrial scale chemical processing equipment.
• Strong and demonstrated adherence to health and safety policies and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to develop and implement innovative engineered solutions.
• Ability to work with multiple departments to meet company goals.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please forward your resume via email to Nick Paraskeva | [e-mail]