Senior Mechanical Engineer

Type of position: Regular Your future role on our team We’re growing our Mechanical/Piping Engineering team in our Calgary office! As our work expands in the energy, decarbonization and industrial sectors, we’re seeking a mechanical engineer with 8 to 12 years of experience in heavy industry. We’re looking for curious, self-motivated professionals who bring strong teamwork and an entrepreneurial mindset. As a mechanical engineer at BBA’s Calgary office, you’ll play a key role in all phases of engineering projects, from front-end studies to detailed design and field implementation. As a senior member of the mechanical engineering team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the delivery of exceptional technical quality, identification and development of new business opportunities and client relationships and for providing mentorship and guidance to some of our more junior team members. With us, you’ll get the opportunity to... Take a lead role in client communications and business development Develop scopes of work, budgets, methodologies and proposals Lead all or only mechanical scopes of work on conceptual design studies, pre-feasibility studies, feasibility studies and detailed engineering Serve as the project manager or project leader on engineering mandates within the mining and metals, hydroelectric power, renewable energy, and pulp and paper industries Play a key role on small to major brownfield and greenfield mining projects Perform mechanical and piping engineering calculations Define client requirements and prepare or review reports, estimates and specifications Participate in site inspections, condition assessments, commissioning and testing Mentor and coach junior and intermediate engineers, share knowledge and support the enhancement of team capabilities Foster a culture of having fun at work while delivering high-quality professional work Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture? Entrepreneurial spirit Desire to motivate and train the next generation Strong commitment to health and safety Willingness to work together while having fun Sense of equity and inclusion Efficient, both at the office and the work site Eco-mindful Interest in solving the most complex challenges Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements University degree in mechanical engineering From 8 to 12 years of relevant engineering experience, with a preference of over 5 years in consulting and more than 2 years of site experience Eligible to register with the APEGA as a P.Eng Industrial project experience in the oil and gas, carbon capture, mining and metals, hydroelectric power, renewable energy and/or pulp and paper industries A valid class 5 AB driver’s licence Ability to travel on short notice to client sites (approximately 20-30% of the time) Strong written and spoken communication Experience preparing and reviewing technical documents such as reports, specifications, studies, plans and work instructions Ability to interpret PFDs and process design criteria from process engineering, develop plant layouts, select and validate mechanical equipment and size pumps Experience with design deliverables such as P&IDs, piping isometrics, layouts, elevations, equipment and line lists, vendor equipment drawings and more Familiarity with AACE capital cost estimation Familiarity with ASME BVPC, B31.1/B31.3, API 65 Proficiency in mechanical and piping software (e.g., SolidWorks, AFT Fathom/Arrow or equivalent, Ceasar2, AutoCAD) Strong soft skills with demonstrated ability to lead teams and delegate work An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards Annual premium program for regular employees Onsite mobility premium Time bank Cellphone fee reimbursements Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program Retirement savings plan Annual vacation and sick leave Premium for employee referrals BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills. At BBA, You Get Many Benefits Long-term hiring prospects (not just project-based) Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions Custom training and development plans Access to a leadership program Opportunity to mentor our next generation: We invest in our people and help them develop A corporate culture that values expertise A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces A growing business with many opportunities An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA About BBA BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry. Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves. Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support. Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.

Lead all phases of mechanical and piping engineering projects from conceptual studies to detailed design and field implementation. Responsible for technical quality, business development, client relationship management, and mentoring junior engineers.

Requires a university degree in mechanical engineering and 8 to 12 years of experience, with eligibility for P.Eng registration with APEGA. Must have industrial project experience and the ability to travel to client sites 20-30% of the time.

• Annual Premium Program • Onsite Mobility Premium • Time Bank • Cellphone Fee Reimbursements • Group Insurance Plan • Disability Insurance • Telemedicine Program • Retirement Savings Plan • Annual Vacation • Sick Leave • Employee Referral Premium • Custom Training And Development Plans • Leadership Program • Flexible Schedule

• Project managementPreferred

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• Mechanical Engineering
• Piping Engineering
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Technical Writing
• Client Communication
• Mentorship
• P&ID Development
• Plant Layout Design
• Equipment Selection
• Pump Sizing
• Capital Cost Estimation
• SolidWorks
• AutoCAD
• Ceasar2
• AFT Fathom/Arrow

• Engineering
• Consulting
• Energy
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level