Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, Water & Wastewater

The Opportunity

WSP is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer with HVAC and Plumbing experience to join our Water and Wastewater team in Vancouver, British Columbia. The role involves applying mechanical engineering knowledge to project work encompassing all aspects of water and wastewater treatment and transmission.

The Water and Wastewater team at WSP engages in the design of facilities such as Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Wastewater Lift Stations, Water Reservoirs, Pump Stations, and ancillary facilities. The team handles large and complex projects, sustainable systems, and projects utilizing Alternative Delivery methods including Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).

This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects and collaborate with colleagues on local, national, and international levels.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Apply your mechanical engineering knowledge to create detailed designs for water and wastewater treatment systems, including pumps, piping, and other mechanical components;
• Assist in managing projects from conception through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget;
• Conduct technical analyses and calculations to support design decisions and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations;
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, electrical, and environmental engineers, to develop integrated solutions;
• Perform site visits to assess project progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure that installations meet design specifications;
• Communicate with clients to understand their needs, provide technical advice, and present project updates;
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of engineering practice.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution;
• Currently registered as a Professional Engineer or E.I.T. with EGBC or other Canadian Province or Territory;
• Good working knowledge of MS Office including Word and Excel;
• Proven working knowledge with Revit;
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards including, but not limited to, the National Building Code, ASHRAE, and NFPA;
• Familiarity with the use of HVAC load calculation software.

Salary range (in British Columbia): $71,500 - $98,300

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• 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

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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.

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