Mechanical Engineer – Generation Stations

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Generation Stations

Location: Burnaby, BC (Hybrid)
    
Estimated Duration: 12 Months

Our client is a leading energy utility that generates, purchases, distributes and sells electricity. They are currently looking for a Mechanical  Engineer for their Burnaby location.

Overview:

The Mechanical Engineer will support hydroelectric and thermal capital projects by designing auxiliary systems, conducting condition assessments for asset management and providing pre-release project scoping and operational support. Design work is focused on HVAC and industrial piping including water, air, and oil systems.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other disciplines including protection and controls, electrical, civil, estimating, procurement, operations, construction management, and project management to develop project scope and engineering solutions.
• Provide work leadership, mentorship and technical direction to junior engineers, technologists, consultants, and support staff including drafters and 3D designers.
• Act as the project engineer for multi-discipline projects with predominantly mechanical scope to support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and technical integration.
• Conduct data driven risk assessments and prepare engineering memos and reports to support decision-making and funding approval.
• Prepare design calculations, issued for construction drawings and specifications to support project completion.
• Plan and execute field investigations and site visits.
• Be comfortable traveling to and working at site.

Education and Skills

• Mechanical Engineering degree
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers & Geoscientists BC or with another jurisdiction and eligible for registration as such with Engineers & Geoscientists BC
• A strong understanding of the applicable codes including ASME, CSA and ASHRAE and BC specific regulations.
• Experience related to the following systems: HVAC and industrial water systems including equipment such as pumps, compressors, pressure vessels and back-up diesel generators. This could include experience with detailed design, stress analysis, process engineering, fabrication and construction, performance investigations, repairs/modifications and upgrades. Knowledge of the hydroelectric industry or similar transferrable experience is an asset.
• A high degree of self motivation, ownership and sense of urgency and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
• A results-focused approach.
• An ability to simplify complex problems to facilitate solutions.
• An ability to navigate effectively with minimal data by making reasonable assumptions based on experience to enable the work to proceed.
• A passion for improving the status quo.
• The capability to provide clear and succinct alternative solutions to complex problems to support business decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills .
• An ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Skill at clearly presenting ideas to peers and senior management.
• Deep experience in both HVAC and industrial piping projects in hydroelectric powerplants from concept through to construction and commissioning.
• Proficiency in HVAC and piping design software packages including HAP, AFT FATHOM and CAESAR II.