Senior Mechanical Engineer (Nuclear)

WSP USA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer specialized in nuclear facilities. This role involves leading projects, applying advanced engineering techniques, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 10 years of experience in the EPCM environment, and be a licensed professional engineer. Attractive pay and flexible work options are offered.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Attractive pay

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience.
• Must be a currently licensed professional engineer (P.Eng, Ing, PE).
• Experience in the EPCM environment with focus on nuclear facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical piping and equipment for nuclear power generation facilities.
• Perform high-complexity engineering designs including analysis and equipment selection.
• Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design experience

Leadership and mentoring

Experience in nuclear facilities

Knowledge of Microstation or AutoCAD

Education

University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microstation

Auto CAD

Caesar II

Thermoflow

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity:

Our Nuclear subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients in the nuclear industry. Our team offers a wide range of services, including technical and feasibility studies, project management, detailed design, procurement, site management, quality surveillance, commissioning and asset management. This division is operating at an exciting time as nuclear power and new technology solutions are developing globally, with Canada as a leader in nuclear refurbishments, nuclear new builds, incredible capital projects portfolios and a deep history in nuclear supply chain.

WSP is currently seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear to join one of our Ontario offices. Several projects may require travel to Tiverton, Ontario; Toronto, Ontario; Saint John, New Brunswick; Pickering and Oshawa, Ontario.

Join our vibrant and rapidly expanding team across Canada, where you\'ll tackle complex nuclear projects from initial concepts to detailed engineering. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you\'ll be at the forefront, leading projects in a senior technical role, collaborating with various disciplines to ensure we meet our mechanical engineering goals. You will support the nuclear sector to address their challenges, and implement power grid systems of the future.

Be involved in projects with our Nuclear division and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client\'s objectives and solves their challenges!

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we\'re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we\'re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we\'re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it\'s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

What you can expect to do here:

• Lead the design of mechanical piping and equipment for nuclear power generation facilities
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards to projects
• Perform high-complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection
• Develop P&IDs for power plant systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, fuel gas, hydrogen, and utilities
• Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps
• Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems
• Check design deliverables by industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards
• Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers and review work progress and results
• Provide technical mentoring and/or oversight

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience within the EPCM environment ideally with a focus on nuclear facilities
• Must be a currently licensed professional engineer (P.Eng, Ing, PE) in their province of practice
• Experience within the consulting environment desired
• Previous experience with nuclear, power plant projects desired.
• Proven experience as a senior mechanical expert in front of clients with an ability to lead and mentor others
• Working knowledge of Microstation or Auto CAD
• Working knowledge of Smart Plant 3D or CADworx
• Experience using Caesar II or AutoPipe
• Experience using Thermoflow
• Required: Must be able to pass Security Clearance.