Plant Mechanical Engineer

AltaSteel; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaSteel is seeking a self-motivated Plant Mechanical Engineer to join our Maintenance team in Edmonton. You will report to the Maintenance Manager and provide engineering support to plant operations, troubleshooting equipment, and leading maintenance-related projects.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree with Eng designation (APEGA) and about 5 years of experience, preferably in a heavy industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from an APEGA-recognized institution.
• Professional Engineering (Eng) designation with APEGA.
• About 5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience in heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to scope, schedule and budget.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support to plant operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Identify and oversee maintenance and reliability projects.
• Prepare scopes, drawings, technical documentation, and cost estimates.
• Support equipment repairs, installations, and commissioning.
• Supervise employees, consultants, vendors, and contractors as required.
• Ensure safety, quality, schedule and budget adherence.
• Maintain engineering records and communicate findings to teams.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and Safety.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project management

Safety culture

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Eng Designation (APEGA)

Job description

AltaSteel is seeking a self-motivated and experienced Plant Mechanical Engineer to join our Maintenance team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing engineering support to the plant operations.

Responsibilities:

• Work safely and responsibly while demonstrating a strong commitment to AltaSteel’s safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, quality, and operational standards.
• Provide mechanical engineering support to plant and operating areas.
• Assist with troubleshooting plant equipment failures and recommend practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Identify, develop, and oversee maintenance, and reliability projects.
• Prepare engineering scopes, specifications, drawings, technical documentation, and project cost estimates.
• Provide technical support for equipment repairs, modifications, installations, and commissioning.
• Supervise and direct employees, consultants, vendors, and contractors as required.
• Ensure projects and maintenance activities meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance initiatives to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.
• Review equipment performance and failure history to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide recommendations regarding safe work practices and engineering controls.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure identified risks are appropriately managed before work begins.
• Ensure plant modifications and engineering solutions comply with applicable legislation, codes, standards, and engineering practices.
• Communicate technical findings, lessons learned, and process or equipment changes to affected teams.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Safety, and other departments to support plant objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and support during planned shutdowns and unplanned equipment outages.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation.
  

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an APEGA recognized institution
• Eng Designation registered with APEGA
• 5 years of Mechanical Engineering experience
• Experience working in a heavy industrial environment is preferred
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to manage a number of projects and priorities to a timeline and budget, while realizing project benefits
• Eager to learn and take on new challenges
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated responsible attitude towards safety
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills
  
• Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
  
• Fast paced environment.
• Pre-Employment Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Test and Criminal Record Check required.

This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.