Mechanical Eit

*Programme de développement pour nouveaux gradués / Graduate development program*

**Why join us?**

SNC-Lavalin's **Dam and Hydropower group** is an expert in the fields of power generation and distribution. We are proud to have more than 100 years of experience in the field of dams and hydroelectricity, the company's very first hydroelectric project dating back to 1911. SNC-Lavalin has been closely involved in the design, construction, refurbishment and study of hydro and power systems and has facilitated the production of some 296,000 MW of hydropower, more than 114,000 km of transmission lines and more than 2,500 substations around the world.

Climate change continues to be at the heart of the global environmental agenda and continues to influence decisions and the overall direction of the energy sector. As a result, the group also oversees renewable energy and energy storage projects. Furthermore, as critical infrastructure protection becomes a growing concern for utilities, the group also continues to support the growth of SNC-Lavalin's digital and telecommunications technologies.

We are looking for a Mechanical EIT will work on a variety of hydro projects with a focus on heavy mechanical (gates and cranes) and turbine-generator related work.

**Key Responsibilities**:
To perform this role successfully, the Mechanical Engineer (Engineer-in-Training) will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

- Work with SNC Lavalin’s Hydro Group to provide detailed engineering and calculations focusing on Balance of Plant systems and/or Heavy Mechanical (i.e., stoplogs, hydraulic gates, valves, and hoists, cranes, etc.) equipment.
- Calculation of airflow system pressure, flow, and power requirements as well as fresh air, cooling, and heating loads.
- Calculation of pressure piping systems, flow, and power requirements as well as material handling system loading and power requirements.
- Sizing and selecting equipment for ventilation systems, pressure piping systems.
- Sizing and selecting equipment components for heavy mechanical.
- Preparation of general arrangement drawings, detail installation drawings, piping isometrics, bills of materials, line lists, technical specifications, and equipment lists.
- In this role you will at times be responsible for conceptual design and providing guidance to designers and draftspersons.
- Coordination and working with construction and commissioning teams on work sites.
- Travel to job sites will be required on a as needed basis.

**Key Qualifications**:

- You have an under-graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering preferably with 2 to 4 years of experience in hydropower field and are available for full-time work.
- Previous work experience in summer or Co-Op work terms in a role working with standard engineering methods, technologies and computerized design techniques is an asset.
- You are registered or are eligible for registration as an Engineer in Training in the province of British Columbia, with an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Demonstrated experience and expertise in at least one of the following areas is an asset but not a requirement: Co-op works terms working in the Hydro Power industry, tanks and pressure vessels, piping systems; HVAC systems, pumping systems.
- We are looking for innovative, forward-thinking people who enjoy challenge and actively seek to develop and improve work processes.

**What we offer at SNC-Lavalin**:
At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (i.e.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).