Overview What if you could redefine whats possible? With us, you can. Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP. The Opportunity Shape Something Different Join our Energy subsector, a vital part of WSPs ERI (Energy, Resources & Industry) sector, delivering solutions that power Canadas energy transition. From upstream and downstream oil and gas to renewable energy markets, we partner with clients across the full project lifecycledesigning, engineering, and innovating for a low-carbon future. Are you ready to help shape the infrastructure that fuels communities todayand transforms how we power tomorrow? As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on our Energy team , youll join a group of innovators, problem-solvers, and world-builders who thrive on tackling complex challenges across renewable energy, power generation, and energy-modernization projects. You will support multiple types of clients (Independent Power Producers, Municipal Electric Utilities, Investor-Owned Utilities, Contractors, and Developers), address their challenges, and implement power grid systems of the future. In doing so, you will work on a wide range of power plant technologies including biomass, geothermal, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, fossil fuel, carbon capture, battery energy storage, and hydro. Here, your expertise wont just support projects it will energize entire systems and play a key role in building resilient, future-ready solutions that advance our clients missions and strengthen the communities we serve. This position can be located in any of our Canadian offices, with preference for our BC and AB locations. Your Impact Lead the design of mechanical piping and equipment for Power Generation projects Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards to projects Perform high-complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection Develop P&IDs for power plant systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, fuel gas, hydrogen, and utilities Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems Check design deliverables by industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers and review work progress and results Provide technical mentoring and/or oversight The Skills That Set You Apart University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering 15+ years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience within the EPCM environment with a focus on Power Generation projects required Must be a currently licensed professional engineer (P.Eng, Ing, PE) in their province of practice Experience within the consulting environment desired Proven experience as a senior mechanical expert in front of clients with an ability to lead and mentor others Working knowledge of Microstation or Auto CAD Working knowledge of Smart Plant 3D or CADworx Experience using Caesar II or AutoPipe Experience using Thermoflow Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $147,500 $195,400 MB & ON: $134,600 $184,600 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $125,400 $168,900 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Why Choose WSP? Proudly Canadian we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. A global community of brilliant minds your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. Limitless opportunities start here. Whether its across the country or around the globe, well help you tailor your role to match your ambitionbecause your growth drives ours. Flexible work, real balance we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. About Us At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. Its why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine whats possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the worlds leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. Join us. Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Power Generation