Senior Heavy Mechanical Engineer – Hydropower and Dams

AECOM; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

In-person Day 1 onboarding

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled Senior Heavy Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design, integration, and implementation of major mechanical equipment for hydropower facilities and water-retaining structures across Canada, with occasional international projects. The role is based in a hybrid work model with collaboration across disciplines.

You will lead mechanical design, coordinate with civil, structural, and electrical teams, and mentor junior staff while ensuring safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years in design of heavy mechanical equipment for hydropower facilities.
• P.Eng. with OIQ or eligible for registration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in French.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical lead for heavy mechanical systems on hydropower and dam projects.
• Establish design criteria and engineering basis, ensure compliance with codes and client requirements.
• Perform or oversee engineering calculations, analyses, and equipment selection.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical deliverables (studies, drawings, specs, cost estimates).
• Coordinate mechanical engineering with civil, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Conduct site investigations and incorporate site conditions into design solutions.
• Provide technical support during construction (shop drawings, RFIs, inspections, commissioning).
• Participate in technical meetings with clients, suppliers, contractors, and partners.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians.
• Meet schedule, budget, quality, and health and safety objectives.

Skills

Independent worker

French language

Team mentoring

Communication skills

AutoCAD/Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. with OIQ or eligible

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Work with Us. Change the World.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Heavy Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design, integration, and implementation of major mechanical equipment for hydropower facilities and water‑retaining structures, including both new developments and rehabilitation/modernization projects.

The systems involved include, but are not limited to, gates and stoplogs, trash racks, hoisting mechanisms, winches, overhead cranes, material handling systems, and associated auxiliary equipment.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, technicians, and project managers, contributing to the successful delivery of complex projects across Canada and, occasionally, internationally. You will also work closely with other engineering disciplines (civil, structural, and electrical), architects, equipment suppliers, and specialized consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical lead for heavy mechanical systems on hydropower and dam projects.
• Establish design criteria and engineering basis for mechanical systems and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Perform or oversee engineering calculations, analyses, and equipment selection.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical deliverables, including studies, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate mechanical engineering activities with civil, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Conduct site investigations and field assessments, and incorporate existing site conditions into design solutions.
• Provide technical support during construction, including shop drawing reviews, responses to RFIs, site inspections, and commissioning activities.
• Participate in technical meetings with clients, suppliers, contractors, and project partners.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and technicians.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects by meeting schedule, budget, quality, and health and safety objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the design of heavy mechanical equipment for hydropower facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), or eligible for immediate registration.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage complex assignments, and provide sound technical recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the design of heavy mechanical equipment for hydropower facilities.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to support occasional projects and collaboration outside Quebec.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Work Location Model

Hybrid

Compensation

CAD 120000 - CAD 170000 - yearly