Mechancial Engineer - Heavy Industrial Manufacturing

Our client, a growing, privately held engineering and manufacturing organization, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and execution of highly customized industrial equipment within an engineer-to-order (ETO) environment.
This role is responsible for delivering practical, compliant mechanical designs across the full project lifecycle from concept development through fabrication, testing, and commissioning. The position requires a strong balance of engineering design expertise and hands-on fabrication awareness, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
Responsibilities

• Design custom equipment, including pressure vessels, piping systems, and skid-mounted process equipment
• Interpret client specifications, contracts, and technical requirements
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, and technical documentation
• Support or perform stress, thermal, and vibration analysis as required

Codes & Compliance

• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, including:
  • ASME Section VIII
  • ASME B31.3
  • CSA and applicable regulatory codes

Execution & Collaboration

• Work closely with drafting teams to produce fabrication drawings and BOMs
• Partner with project management to align with scope, schedule, and budget
• Support vendor selection and technical bid evaluations
• Participate in design reviews, P&IDs, and risk assessments (e.g., HAZOPs)

Fabrication Support

• Provide technical support to the shop and production teams
• Resolve design-related issues during fabrication
• Ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and aligned with shop capabilities

Project Lifecycle

• Support projects through fabrication, testing, commissioning, and field activities as required

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to process improvements, design standardization, and product development initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility in Alberta
• 5-10 years of experience in custom manufacturing or ETO environments
• Experience in energy, industrial, or heavy manufacturing sectors preferred

Desired Technical Experience

• Design of pressure vessels, piping systems, and process equipment
• Strong understanding of ASME and CSA codes and standards
• Experience supporting fabrication and production teams
• Familiarity with P&IDs and modular/skid-based systems
• Exposure to engineering tools such as ANSYS, CAESAR II, or similar (asset)

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a project-based environment
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Practical, hands-on engineering approach

Work Environment

• Based in Calgary, with time split between office and active fabrication environment
• Exposure to typical industrial shop conditions (noise, heat, equipment)
• Occasional travel for client meetings, vendor visits, or site support

What Success Looks Like

• Deliver accurate, compliant, and manufacturable designs
• Act as a key technical resource across engineering and production
• Build strong relationships with the shop and project teams
• Perform effectively in a fast-paced, custom project environment

Please apply in confidence if you believe you have the right background knowledge and skills, and the ability to work in a heavy industrial environment.