Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

Your role as a Mechanical/Piping Designer will involve preparing 3D models, drawings and other technical documents in the mining and hydropower industries. In addition to delivering high-quality service and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and clients, you’ll actively contribute to projects within the mechanical and piping engineering discipline in British Columbia, both nationally and internationally, as required. As part of our growing Vancouver office, you’ll join a fun and collaborative team that works together to deliver fast-paced projects. We’re looking for someone who’s eager to support team growth, ensure technical delivery and advance their career with BBA while enjoying an engaging and supportive work environment.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Perform mechanical and piping 3D modelling to generate deliverables such as isometric drawings, general arrangements, plot plans and details and other deliverables, as part of piping mandates

• Work with cutting-edge 3D scanning technology and point clouds

• Work with lead designers and engineers

• Initiate the development of all required discipline deliverables for the assigned task

• Develop project-specific criteria or standards

• Collaborate with pipe stress engineers on piping design

• Receive and distribute design instructions pertaining to plant design requirements and procedures

• Update PFDs and P&ID master documents

• When assigned to site, support construction activities by interpreting drawings and specifications, design modifications, scheduling and system checkout and testing

• Provide support when performing cross-discipline reviews of drawings and 3D models

• Help conduct internal 3D model reviews

• Communicate with vendors and ensure vendor data is used efficiently in designs

• Actively participate in seeking innovative solutions

• Perform other technical functions to help deliver projects

• Develop your career by working with emerging technologies in mechanical and piping design

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Results-driven
• Thirst to learn and excel
• Willingness to work together while having fun
• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions
• Ability to see beyond established standards
• Rigourous and ethical

Summary of certifications and job requirements

• Up to 5 years of relevant experience in mechanical/piping and design drafting in the mining or hydropower sectors
• Diploma in mechanical engineering technology (technologist or technician) or equivalent
• Knowledge of mechanical/piping codes, building codes and standards
• Knowledge of 3D CAD tools such as Smart 3D, SolidWorks, CADWorx and AutoCAD
• Initiative to identify tasks that need completion and accept the responsibility of seeing those tasks through to the final stage
• Ability to work in a multidiscipline project team with a priority on collaboration
• Bilingual (English and French) is not necessary but would be advantageous for this position
• Asset: knowledge of 3D point clouds

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary from $60,000 to $110,000
• 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

• A vibrant social club with something for everyone

• Access to many experts and coaching

• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge

• Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!

• Participation in our firm’s major projects up to 2030:

  • Going carbon neutral
  • Achieving 30% women on our teams
  • And much more!

• Custom training and development plans

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.