Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation Our Energy subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI sector, supports clients from coast to coast. From small installations to multi-phase integrated megaprojects, we offer design, engineering, and environmental services that contribute to climate adaptation and mitigation, protect water and marine resources, restore biodiversity, and support low‑carbon transitions. We work across the project lifecycle to meet the highest industry standards and innovate to exceed them. WSP is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join teams in any one of our Canadian offices, with a preference for Calgary, AB; Moncton, NB; or Kitchener, ON. In this senior technical role you will lead projects, collaborate across disciplines, and support clients such as independent power producers, municipal utilities, investor‑owned utilities, contractors, and developers. You’ll work on a wide range of power‑plant technologies—including biomass, geothermal, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, fossil fuel, carbon capture, battery storage, and hydro—to design future‑ready grid systems. What you can expect to do here: Design mechanical piping and equipment for renewable and fossil power generation facilities Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, codes and standards to projects Perform high‑complexity engineering designs—including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection Develop P&IDs for power plant systems such as steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, fuel gas, hydrogen, and utilities Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment (heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, pumps, etc.) Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems Check design deliverables against industry codes, contract requirements, and company standards Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers; review work progress and results Provide technical mentoring and oversight What you’ll bring to WSP: University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience in an EPCM environment, ideally focused on industrial facilities Current licensed professional engineer (P.Eng, Ing, PE) in your province of practice Experience in a consulting environment (desired) Previous experience with power‑plant or renewable natural gas plant design (desired) Proven experience as a senior mechanical expert in front of clients, with the ability to lead and mentor others Working knowledge of MicroStation or AutoCAD Working knowledge of Smart Plant 3D or CADworx Experience using Caesar II or AutoPipe Experience using Thermoflow About WSP WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future‑proof our cities and environments. In Canada we have 12,000+ people involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, iconic building design to sustainable transportation networks, extraction of essential resources to the development of renewable power sources. Why choose WSP? We value and uphold a culture of inclusion and belonging Flexible work policy to support work‑life balance A Canadian success story that showcases our national pride Impact on the environment, infrastructure, and communities across Canada Outstanding career opportunities and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation Health and Safety is a core value at WSP. You are expected to comply with our HSE policy and client HSE policies at all times. Safety‑sensitive positions may require fieldwork in remote or inclement conditions and physical ability to perform key tasks as described. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for all stages of the selection process. WSP is committed to employment equity principles. Only selected candidates will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please read the full policy. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Professional Services #J-18808-Ljbffr