Senior Process Mechanical Engineer

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We are looking to bring onboard a motivated Senior Process Mechanical Engineer to be based at any of our Offices in GTA/Waterloo. This senior technical role leads innovative solutions and delivers high quality projects for our internal, existing, and new clients. Also, this role will be performing engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems. Builds and strengthens commercial awareness and takes some responsibility for coaching and technically developing the team.

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Responsibilities

• Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
• Engineering Standards Specification: Contribute to the analysis of information, the drafting of engineering standards and specifications, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline to inform engineering work in the organization and/or of its suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
• Process Design Engineering: Analyze information and specify the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems to deliver the end product within specified cost and quality parameters.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Engineering Inspections: Carry out inspections to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and specify the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge Management System: Work within established knowledge management systems to deliver preset outcomes for an area of responsibility.
• Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with contract service providers while working within an established contract management plan.
• Improvement/Innovation: Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
• Product and Solution Development: Define and deliver products and services that meet customer needs by selecting the best possible approaches available within established systems.
• Project Management: Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario Canada. P.ENG (Mandatory)

Experience

• General Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience within a range of industries including water, wastewater, storm water, renewable natural gas, hydrogen, agricultural, food and beverage, power generation, co-generation and industrial facility facilities. (Mandatory)
• Managerial Experience: Experience of general supervision of more junior colleagues.
• Experience in gas handling, compression, and treatment systems for natural gas and/or landfill gas; hydrogen handling, blending and storage for Future Energy projects is a plus.
• Familiarity with BIM 360, REVIT, AutoCAD, Revizto and Navisworks or similar 3D coordination tools.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle a wide range of client and project types and requirements
• Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and multitask in a team environment while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English to be able to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including clients, contractors, and field staff.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable industry coded and standards, and familiarity with industry best practices

Salary range: $83,400 - $129,400

The salary range is based on the preferred work location. If the selected candidate’s location differs, changes to the salary range may apply.

At GHD, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment.  Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.