Senior Heavy Mechanical Engineer Hydroelectricity and Dams

The position can be based out of any of our Canadian office locations and is available in a hybrid work format offering flexibility to accommodate personal circumstances and geographic location.

AECOM is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Senior Heavy Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design integration and implementation of major mechanical equipment for hydroelectric power plants and water retention structures both for new developments and for rehabilitation and modernization projects. The systems involved include but are not limited to gates and stoplogs trash racks lifting mechanisms winches overhead cranes material handling systems as well as associated auxiliary equipment.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team composed of engineers technicians and project managers contributing to the delivery of complex projects across Canada and occasionally internationally. You will also work closely with other engineering disciplines (civil electrical structural) architects suppliers and specialized consultants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a senior technical reference in heavy mechanical engineering for hydroelectric and dam projects.
• Define design criteria and design bases for mechanical systems and ensure compliance with applicable standards and codes.
• Perform or supervise calculations analyses and equipment selection.
• Prepare review and approve technical deliverables (studies drawings tender documents specifications cost estimates).
• Coordinate mechanical activities with other disciplines (civil structural electrical).
• Conduct site surveys and integrate existing conditions into the design.
• Provide technical support during construction: review of shop drawings responses to RFIs inspections and commissioning.
• Participate in technical meetings with clients suppliers and partners.
• Mentor and support the development of less experienced engineers and technicians.
• Contribute to meeting schedules budgets and health safety and quality requirements.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of specific experience in the design of heavy mechanical equipment for hydroelectric facilities.
• Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible for immediate registration.
• Ability to work independently manage complex assignments and provide sound technical recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15 years of experience in the design of heavy mechanical equipment for hydroelectric facilities.
• Proficiency in English both spoken and written (for occasional assignments outside Québec).
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary internal teams.
• Knowledge of French both spoken and written.

Additional Information :

Sponsorship for obtaining a Canadian work permit is not available for this position

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time