Lead Mechanical Engineer - Mining and Industrial EPCM

WSP in Canada; England; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to steer the delivery of complex mechanical and piping packages for mining and industrial projects across Canada. You will guide multidisciplinary teams from concept through detailed design and construction support, ensuring safety, reliability, and high performance.

You will apply extensive piping standards, manage rotating equipment selection, and coordinate with procurement to optimize lifecycle costs.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of mechanical engineering experience in industrial/mining environments
• Senior leadership experience delivering EPCM projects
• Hands-on piping, chutes, hoppers, conveyors design and related structures
• Familiarity with piping materials, equipment standards, fabrication, and construction practices
• Experience with RFQs, MTOs, bid evaluations, and supplier collaboration
• LEAN/CI mindset and continuous improvement focus

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of mechanical and piping packages across mining and industrial projects
• Apply ASME B31.3/4/8, ASME VIII, API and TEMA standards to ensure safe, reliable systems
• Direct piping layouts, isometrics, BOMs, and fabrication deliverables
• Specify rotating equipment based on lifecycle cost and performance
• Develop and maintain project standards, material specs, and equipment datasheets
• Prepare RFQs and lead evaluations with procurement
• Resolve design issues with engineering, procurement, and construction teams
• Develop ITPs and oversee hydrostatic testing and NDT requirements

Skills

Mechanical engineering

EPCM project leadership

Piping design

Mining industry

Code standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. eligibility in Canada

Tools

PDMS

Code compliance

Job description

WSP Canada is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to steer the delivery of complex mechanical and piping packages for mining and industrial projects across Canada. You will guide multidisciplinary teams from concept through detailed design and construction support, ensuring safety, reliability, and high performance.

You will apply extensive piping standards, manage rotating equipment selection, and coordinate with procurement to optimize lifecycle costs.