Lead Mechanical Engineer, Resources

Job Description

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The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You – As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the delivery of complex mechanical and piping engineering for mining and industrial projects across Canada. From early concepts through detailed design and execution on major EPCM programs, you will guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-performing systems that help our clients power the world more responsibly.

At WSP, our Resources subsector plays a vital role within our Energy, Resources & Industry (ERI) sector, delivering end‑to‑end solutions for clients across Canada. For decades, we’ve provided expertise ranging from economic studies and detailed engineering to procurement, commissioning, site management, and mine closure. Our commitment is simple: meet the highest standards in the industry—and then exceed them.

This position can be located out of any of our Canadian WSP Offices - ideally, eastern Canada.

Your Impact

In this role, you will:

• Lead as a technical expert on mechanical and piping engineering packages for multidisciplinary mining and industrial projects across all phases—from conceptual studies to detailed engineering and construction support.
• Apply deep knowledge of codes and standards (ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, ASME VIII Div 1/2, API, TEMA) to develop safe, compliant, and reliable mechanical and piping systems.
• Direct and review piping layouts, isometrics, bills of materials (BOMs), and fabrication deliverables, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project standards.
• Evaluate, select, and specify rotating equipment—such as pumps, compressors, and blowers—using lifecycle cost, operability, and performance criteria to support long-term asset reliability.
• Oversee the mechanical design of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, chutes, bins, hoppers, and conveyor system components in collaboration with structural and process engineering teams.
• Prepare and review mechanical calculations (e....

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