Mechanical Engineer in Training

Role overview

Core responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering using applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Apply engineering principles, analysis methods, and calculation tools to mechanical and piping design challenges.
• Present technical information and concepts to team members.
• Assist experienced personnel with complex technical tasks.
• Participate in site inspections, condition assessments, and testing.
• Collaborate with EITs and multidisciplinary project teams.

Qualifications and requirements

• Hold a university degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Be a new graduate or EIT with up to two years of experience.
• Demonstrate academic performance within the top 10% of the graduating class.
• Be available for site work and short- to medium-term assignments.
• Register as an EIT with EGBC within three months of hiring.
• Obtain a valid driver's licence within six months of hiring.
• Bilingual English and French or Spanish is an asset.

Technical focus

• Projects may include carbon capture, hydroelectric plants, heavy industrial plants, and mining processing plants.
• The work includes mechanical systems, piping, hydromechanical equipment, process facilities, material handling, pumping, and equipment selection.
• A strong commitment to health and safety, learning, collaboration, innovation, and problem solving is expected.

Compensation

• Annual base salary is listed as $68,000 to $75,000.
• The package may include an annual premium program, mobility premium, group insurance, retirement savings, vacation, and sick leave.

Work arrangement

• The role is based in BBA's Vancouver office and combines office presence with working from home.
• Site work and short- to medium-term assignments are part of the role.

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