Mechanical Engineer

Sedgman is currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team in Vancouver BC. 

The ideal candidate will have mechanical design experience working on mining/heavy industrial type projects, from conceptual design and studies through to project completion; they will have strong knowledge and experience specifically in mechanical process equipment, platework and piping. This individual will be responsible for a variety of tasks, ranging from engineering design, equipment selection, on-site support and quality control. 

Come join a team of forward thinking, enthusiastic, results-driven and collaborative professionals!

Key Responsibilities will include:                          

• Deliver mechanical and piping design across multiple sustaining capital projects.

• Develop designs for mechanical equipment, process platework and pipework.

• Oversee layout drafting and 3D modelling through basic and detailed design phases

• Contribute to proposals, scope development, and continuous design improvements.

• Design of piping systems, process and mechanical equipment including design and selection of static and rotating equipment

• Define and recommend design methods, specifications and performance of functional requirements for new projects.

• Undertake or supervise the preparation of feasibility studies, surveys and reports, design layouts, PFD’s, P&ID’s, specifications, bill of quantities, materials lists and cost estimates.

• Ensure engineering designs follow the standard Sedgman design workflows, systems and procedures; Continuous improvement of design systems used by the organisation.

• Prepare technical specifications, datasheets, requisitions and perform technical bid evaluations of process and mechanical equipment

• Provide engineering support to the project teams in line with management direction whilst maximising individual and teams utilisation.

• Produce and monitor engineering work hour budgets during concept, study, tender and detailed design stage as required.

• Ensure project time and cost KPI’s are met - monitor effectiveness of designs, scheduling of work, resource requirements and review compliance with project execution plan (schedule) and client expectations.

• Provide technical support to the team of piping designers for design/basic engineering during construction phases.  

• Project Manager for discipline lead projects as assigned

• Build and maintain client relationships and respond to client requests, travel to various client sites, attend project meetings and conduct field reviews as required

• Always ensure health and safety policies are followed at all sites

What are we looking for?  Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering (piping design experience is highly desired)

• Will have between 5 – 7 years of relevant experience as a Mechanical engineer on mining, energy or heavy industrial projects.

• Will be a registered engineer with EGBC (P. Engineer in British Columbia); or eligible to register; 

• Relevant experience in the design of process piping, preparation of equipment datasheets and specifications; Knowledge of pipe stress analysis considered an asset

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Plant3D; ASME Code knowledge considered an asset.

• Ability to safely and effectively self-manage time, priorities and activities

• Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal skills; will be self-motivated, quick to deliver on projects

• Strong organizational skills, technical competence and attention to detail 

• Will have excellent communication skills, strong, oral, verbal and written English; French is considered an asset.

• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship

What’s in it for you?

• Health and benefits package

• RRSP Matching

• Opportunity to work on significant projects for the Canadian mining industry

• Significant career growth potential

• Discretionary bonus