Senior Mechanical Engineer (water treatment)

ALTEN Canada; Burlington; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance & retirement

4 weeks vacation

Discounts & team-building

Job summary

ALTEN Canada is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead design packages for customer-purchased water treatment solutions. You will guide the engineering and manufacturing of systems to meet client specs, budget, and compliance, leveraging CAD, ERP, and P&IDs.

The role requires 10+ years in water/wastewater design, P.Eng, and strong experience with ASME codes, process equipment specs, and client interfaces.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment design, with a focus on custom systems (MBR, RO, softeners, pressure vessels).
• P.Eng designation or active licensure.
• Proven experience in design, calculations, and compliance with ASME codes and standards.
• Experience sizing, engineering calculations, and technical specifications for compressors and related process equipment.
• Proficiency with P&IDs, process flow diagrams, control narratives, and system integration.
• Experience managing BOMs within ERP systems for engineering and manufacturing.
• Strong ability to interface directly with clients and suppliers to resolve technical issues.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD for P&IDs, ERP systems, and 3D modeling tools (Inventor, SolidWorks).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on water and wastewater projects, reviewing engineering documents for completeness and compliance.
• Design and develop custom treatment systems (MBR, RO, softeners, and related equipment) using CAD, ERP, and engineering design tools.
• Create and maintain P&IDs, ensuring designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, and client specifications.
• Support procurement, manufacturing, testing, and field startup activities by resolving technical issues and ensuring successful project execution.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive project progress and technical decisions.
• Provide expertise in pressure vessel design and qualification, prepare technical documentation and operating manuals, and support proposal development.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

P.Eng

ASME codes & standards

CAD (AutoCAD)

P&IDs & process diagrams

ERP systems

Client & supplier interfacing

3D modeling tools

Education

P.Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

ERP systems

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Role Summary:

The Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for preparing the design packages for customer purchased custom wastewater/water treatment solutions. Design and support the engineering and manufacturing of water treatment systems to ensure client specifications, budget and compliance requirements are met.

Responsibility:

• Provide technical leadership on water and wastewater treatment projects, reviewing engineering documents for completeness and compliance.
• Design and develop custom treatment systems (MBR, RO, softeners, and related equipment) using CAD, ERP, and engineering design tools.
• Create and maintain P&IDs, ensuring designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, and client specifications.
• Support procurement, manufacturing, testing, and field startup activities by resolving technical issues and ensuring successful project execution.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including project management, production, purchasing, and engineering, to drive project progress and technical decisions.
• Provide expertise in pressure vessel design and qualification, prepare technical documentation and operating manuals, and support proposal development as needed.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment design, with a focus on custom systems (MBR, RO, softeners, pressure vessels).
• P.Eng
• Proven experience in design, calculations, and compliance with ASME codes and standards.
• Skilled in sizing, engineering calculations, and technical specifications for compressors and related process equipment.
• Proficiency in P&IDs, process flow diagrams, control narratives, and system integration.
• Experience managing BOMs within ERP systems for engineering and manufacturing.
• Strong ability to interface directly with clients and suppliers, resolving technical issues and supporting project execution.
• AutoCAD (for P&IDs), ERP systems, and familiarity with 3D modeling tools (Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.

Why Join Us?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development

As part of our dedication to employee well-being, we provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from year one
• Corporate discounts and team-building activities

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Alten uses artificial intelligence tools to support certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as interview note-taking and résumé formatting. These tools do not make hiring decisions. Candidate consent is always obtained prior to use.

In accordance with our compensation practices, ALTEN is providing the salary range associated with this opportunity. Final compensation will be determined after considering several factors, including professional experience, skill set, educational background, certifications, and geographic market conditions. The current target salary range for this role is $90,000 – $110,000 per year.