Senior Mechanical Engineer - Kincardine

Tetra Tech; Kincardine; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Kincardine office. In this role, you will be responsible for specifying and sizing equipment to ensure optimal process performance while collaborating with a team of skilled professionals. Your expertise will be vital in conducting independent studies, preparing procurement activities, and guiding junior engineers. The company prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and excellence, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact complex engineering challenges. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in design consulting, preferably in nuclear environments.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Ontario required.

Responsibilities

• Specify and size equipment to ensure satisfactory process performance.
• Prepare procurement activities and deliverables while providing guidance to junior staff.
• Conduct independent studies and analyses for project control.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem Solving

Flow Analysis

Pipe Stress Analysis

HVAC Design

Piping Specification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Flow Analysis Software

Pipe Stress Analysis Software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Kincardine
Tetra Tech Canada Inc.
Canadian Nuclear Unit

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science.

Tetra Tech is actively seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for our Kincardine, ON Office. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your Role:

1. Responsible for the specification, sizing of equipment, and the inter-connection to ensure satisfactory process performance.
2. Datasheet/Technical specification of process equipment.
3. Support on the general arrangement of the process.
4. Validation of subcontractors’ documents.
5. Start-up notes and O&M manuals.
6. Uses initiative and judgement in resolving problems, interprets engineering specifications, obtaining and analyzing data and design.
7. Develop effective working relationships with colleagues, officials and associates for the purpose of discussing design problems, explaining design features and specifications, and other project control criteria.
8. Solve problems by use of combinations of standard procedures, modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
9. Conduct independent studies and analysis making interpretation and typical decisions.
10. Exercise independent judgement in selecting and interpreting information, handling deviations from standard methods and resolving difficulties.
11. Preparation and/or verification of procurement activities and deliverables.
12. Prepare purchase requisition, review technical content of supplier bids and technical submissions.
13. Perform any required inspections as necessary for procurement of material.
14. Provide guidance to junior engineers and technical staff assigned to a common task.
15. On occasions, get involved in the tendering and the construction phase to provide support to the commissioning engineers during the start-up and the performance tests of the plants.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a four-year University Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of related working experience in a design consulting environment is considered an asset.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Ontario.
• Must be able to obtain a federal security clearance.
• Must be located in the Kincardine area or willing to relocate.
• Should be able and willing to occasionally travel to other office locations and client sites/locations as required.
• Work experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a nuclear environment, working on Ontario Power Generation or Bruce Power projects is considered an asset.
• Experience with flow analysis and pipe stress analysis software would be considered an asset.
• Specific knowledge in piping, and specifically alloyed piping in terms of definition, specification, calculation, sourcing, prefabrication and assembly will be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of Facilities and HVAC design would also be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of related disciplines, i.e. Civil/Structural, Electrical and Instrumentation/Controls is required.
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible, adaptable and work under tight schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational and security) and professional reference checks is required. Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 600 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 30,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.