Rotational Field Mechanical Engineer – Mining & Gold Processing

WSP in Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,500 - 117,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Flexible work balancing

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking an experienced Field Engineer to support the construction of a major gold processing facility in Newfoundland, with a rotation on site. You will coordinate engineering, construction, and contractor activities to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery on a multidisciplinary mining project.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) and at least 7 years of field engineering experience in industrial construction, preferably in mining or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• 7+ years of field engineering on industrial construction projects.
• Experience in mining or mineral processing projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian construction practices, codes and standards.
• Experience in EPCM project environments is an asset.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making in fast-paced field environments.
• Willingness to work rotational site schedules in remote locations with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering, construction, and contractor activities for safe, successful delivery.
• Provide technical guidance during construction by interpreting drawings and design docs.
• Monitor field execution to ensure work aligns with IFC drawings and project requirements.
• Support installation of mechanical, electrical, and civil components across the facility.
• Resolve RFIs and field change requests to maintain momentum and minimize rework.
• Partner with QA/QC for inspections, turnover docs and closeout activities.
• Track project progress, quantities, and productivity metrics for reporting.
• Champion HSEQ excellence on site and promote safety and quality.

Skills

Field engineering

Mining experience

Interpret drawings/specs

EPCM experience

Safety-focused

Rotational site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Job description

WSP in Canada is seeking an experienced Field Engineer to support the construction of a major gold processing facility in Newfoundland, with a rotation on site. You will coordinate engineering, construction, and contractor activities to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery on a multidisciplinary mining project.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) and at least 7 years of field engineering experience in industrial construction, preferably in mining or