Mechanical Engineering Trainee

Hatch; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Niagara Falls, Canada seeks a Mechanical Engineering Trainee to support global mining and infrastructure projects under the Mechanical Discipline Lead Engineer.

You will gain hands-on experience on complex projects, travel to sites, and pursue professional designation with mentorship. The role requires a 2027 graduate or recent grad, internships are assets, and familiarity with engineering software is valued.

Qualifications

• Must be graduating in 2027 or recently graduated with a Mechanical Engineering degree.
• Excel academically and be involved in extracurricular or community activities.
• Co-op or internship experience in mechanical engineering is an asset.
• Academic or work experience with mechanical software (AFT Fathom, Ansys, Sidewinder, MathCAD, Bentley MicroStation) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations for mechanical equipment design in industrial settings.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and Hatch groups to share results.
• Prepare equipment specifications and construction work packages for stakeholders.
• Travel to project sites as needed to support activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AFT Fathom

Ansys

Sidewinder

MathCAD

Bentley MicroStation CAD

Job description

Career Opportunities: Mechanical Engineering Trainee (100915)

Requisition ID100915-Posted09/09/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world‑classproject delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry‑leading efficiencies, our best‑in‑class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Hatch is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Trainee New Graduate, reporting to the Mechanical Discipline Lead Engineer you will support projects globally working from the Niagara Falls office with potential opportunities to work in other Hatch offices and at project job sites.

The Mechanical groupis comprised of a group of professional engineers, designers and technologists. We are looking for a new or recent Mechanical Engineering graduate to join our group that is eager to be involved in complex small and large‑scale mining and other industrial type projects, who can demonstrate their keen problem‑solving skills in developing practical solutions. The candidate must be a self‑motivated individual capable of working both independently and within a team environment.

What Will a Career at Hatch Offer You:

You will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways
• Work on challenging projects and problems and gain experience in the office and on project sites
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning
• Gain relevant experience and support in obtaining your professional designation
• Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry
• Participate in local Professional Development Programs, Toastmasters, and more to develop your skills
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees

We are entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Work independently applying engineering principles to perform calculations for mechanical equipment design for industrial buildings and processes.
• Work collaboratively to share the results of your work with senior members of the discipline and / or other Hatch groups
• Prepare equipment specification packages, and construction work packages to be checked by senior colleagues to be used by internal and external stakeholders
• Become knowledgeable of various mechanical equipment, analytical software and tools, piping systems and specifications, discipline workflows and execution, and other industrial components / processes you are assigned to assess
• Participate in office and site safety training and inductions as needed to support office and site activities
• Perform field verification and provide field support during construction.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work in other Hatch offices or project work sites (including remote sites) as needs and opportunities arise

You bring to the role:

• Must be working towards graduating in 2027, or recently graduated, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Excel academically while being actively involved in extra-curricular and/or volunteer activities at school or in the community
• Previous relevant coop and summer work terms or internships in Mechanical engineering is an asset
• Academic or work experience with Mechanical software AFT Fathom, Ansys, Sidewinder, MathCAD, and Bentley MicroStation CAD software is an asset.

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
• Adapts and embraces change

Compensation:

Range: $78,000.00 - $81,000.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.