Mechanical Design Engineer

9 hours ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada SolarSteam Inc. Full time

Help Build the Future of Clean Thermal Energy

SolarSteam is a cleantech company on a mission to decarbonize industrial heat. We're developing modular solar thermal systems to reduce emissions in some of the world's most energy-intensive sectors. We're growing and we're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong science, technology and engineering background in mechanical design, analysis, fabrication, and system modelling (2D & 3D) This role will be a key contributor in developing SolarSteam's Thermal and Utility modules, as well as installation.

To apply, just use Easy Apply and complete our behavioural survey — it's the first step in our process. Only candidates who complete the survey will be considered.

Link to behavioural survey available in the pre-screening questions.

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What You'll Do

  • Be a strong team player
  • Support product design
  • Accurate mechanical design calculations and analysis
  • System sizing to create components, schedules, and system specifications
  • Create engineering illustrations, diagrams, schematics, fabrication
  • Create manufacturing shop drawings, 3D models
  • Prepare bills of materials for SolarSteam's products
  • Collaborate across electrical, process & controls teams
  • Ensure compliance with APEGA

Reporting to: Robert Garth, Director of Technology

What You Bring

  • P.Eng. (APEGA registered or eligible)
  • 5+ years in mechanical engineering (thermal, power, O&G, renewables)
  • Strong in thermodynamics & heat transfer
  • Tools: Aspen HYSYS, Symmetry, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit (or equivalent)
  • Bonus: Hands-on plant/power ops experience
  • Must have legal right to work in Canada

Does This Sound Like You?

  • P.Eng. (APEGA registered or eligible)
  • Expertise in problem analysis, problem-solving and design thinking
  • Effective technical communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to exercise independent judgement in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
  • Strategic thinker, able to prioritize and move easily from big picture thinking to detailed execution work
  • Strong leadership, relationship management, and organizational planning skills in addition to technical knowledge
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Advanced computer skills
  • Must have legal right to work in Canada
  • 5+ years in mechanical engineering (thermal, power, O&G, renewables)
  • 3+ years of experience with 3D CAD modeling and Finite Element Analysis
  • STEM literacy
  • Strong in thermodynamics & heat transfer
  • Tools: Inventor, AutoCAD, SAM (or equivalent)

What You'll Get?

  • Starting at CA$120k
  • Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
  • Fast-track growth in a mission-driven cleantech startup
  • Direct mentorship from exec & technical leadership
  • See your work move from whiteboard to the real world

Apply by Nov 21, 2025 / Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Use Easy Apply and complete our short behavioural survey to be considered.

We Value Diversity

SolarSteam is committed to supporting a diverse workforce from the various communities within which we operate. All qualified professionals are encouraged to apply regardless of race, gender identity, colour, sex, marital / family status, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, aboriginal status, or age.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • On-site parking
  • Stock options

Application question(s):

  • Have completed the behavioural survey?

Work Location: In person

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