Senior Mechanical Engineer (Nuclear)

Job Description

Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear – Ontario. The Nuclear subsector supports clients in the nuclear industry with services including technical and feasibility studies, project management, detailed design, procurement, site management, quality surveillance, commissioning and asset management. The team is involved in nuclear refurbishments, nuclear new builds and related capital projects.

Join our expanding team across Canada to tackle complex nuclear projects from concept to detailed engineering. You will lead projects in a senior technical role, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet mechanical engineering objectives and support in the nuclear sector to address challenges and implement power grid systems of the future.

Travel may be required to Tiverton, ON; Toronto, ON; Saint John, NB; Pickering, ON; Oshawa, ON.

Why choose WSP

• We value and uphold a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Flexible Work Policy to support work–life balance
• A Canadian success story with a strong national presence
• Opportunity to enhance environments through engineering of infrastructure and energy systems
• Strong career opportunities and collaborative culture
• Engaging, mission-driven team

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness programs, savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

What you can expect to do here:

• Lead the design of mechanical piping and equipment for nuclear power generation facilities
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, codes and standards to projects
• Perform high-complexity engineering design work 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 (e.g., heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers and pumps)
• Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems
• Check design deliverables against industry codes, standards, contract requirements and company standards
• Coordinate with drafters, designers and engineers; review work progress and results
• Provide technical mentoring and/or oversight

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience within the EPCM environment, ideally focused on nuclear facilities
• Current professional engineer (P.Eng, Ing, PE) license in your province
• Experience in a consulting environment desired
• Experience with nuclear or power plant projects desired
• Proven experience as a senior mechanical expert in front of clients with ability to lead and mentor others
• Working knowledge of MicroStation or AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of SmartPlant 3D or CADWorx
• Experience using Caesar II or AutoPIPE
• Experience using Thermoflow
• Must be able to pass Security Clearance

About Us

WSP is a leading professional services firm with a purpose to future-proof cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members globally, including 12,000+ in Canada involved in environmental remediation, urban planning, iconic buildings design, sustainable transportation, resource development and renewable power.

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future-focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

EEO and Accessibility We welcome and encourage 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 shortlisted candidates will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please read the full policy.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Professional Services