Senior Mechanical Engineer Mining/Resources

WSP; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Fredericton, New Brunswick, to lead multidisciplinary projects in mining and industrial sectors. The role involves technical leadership, design collaboration, and mentorship of junior engineers. Candidates should have a Professional Engineer designation, expertise in mechanical engineering, and effective problem-solving skills. This position promises growth within a supportive environment that values safety and team success.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work-life balance

Health and safety compliance

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in mechanical engineering across industrial, energy, or mining environments.
• Proven experience in real-world engineering challenges from equipment specification to system design.
• Comfortable with onsite responsibilities and adherence to safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design packages throughout project phases.
• Develop deliverables that ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated design.
• Review designs for quality and adherence to industry standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development.
• Engage with clients to solve complex technical challenges.

Skills

Mechanical engineering expertise

Problem-solving skills

Fieldwork capability

Technical toolkit growth

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

Mechanical design and modeling tools

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Mining/Resources

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible?With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You – As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will contribute your technical leadership to impactful, multidisciplinary projects that support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable mining, metals and industrial infrastructure systems. You’ll guide design, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that help communities and industries thrive.

This position will be located in one of our Atlantic offices.

At WSP, our Resources subsection plays a vital role within our Energy, Resources & Industry (ERI) sector, delivering end‑to‑end solutions for clients across Canada. For decades, we’ve provided expertise ranging from economic studies and detailed engineering to procurement, commissioning, site management, and mine closure. Our commitment is simple: meet the highest standards in the industry—and then exceed them.

Your Impact

In this role, you will:

• Lead mechanical engineering design packages from concept development through detailed engineering, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with project goals.
• Develop mechanical systems, specifications, calculations, and deliverables that support safe, reliable, and high‑performing operations for mining, metals, heavy industrial clients.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical design with process, structural, electrical, controls, and construction requirements.
• Review designs, drawings, and engineering documents to ensure quality, constructability, and adherence to industry codes and best practices.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to intermediate and junior engineers, supporting team growth and capability development.
• Engage directly with clients, contractors, and internal partners to solve complex technical challenges and advance project delivery.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• You’ve built deep expertise in mechanical engineering through hands‑on project work across industrial, energy, mining, or infrastructure environments.
• You bring proven experience solving real‑world engineering challenges, from equipment specification to system design and integration.
• You’re comfortable working in the field or onsite as needed and adhere to all safety requirements.
• You have working proficiency with mechanical design and modeling tools and continuously grow your technical toolkit.
• You hold (or are eligible for) a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada.
• You care about doing work that matters—to clients, communities, and the world around you.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $111,000 – $147,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.