Mechanical engineer jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,038
Employers: 435

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $97,854Across 128 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $43.11Across 36 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%3 listings
Hybrid: 30%315 listings
On-site: 69%719 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (51), Worley (44), AtkinsRéalis (25).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Mechanical engineer jobs in Canada

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Mechanical Engineer
Ecolab Inc.
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Mechanical engineer
CertainTeed
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Reporting to the Maintenance Engineering Manager, the Mechanical Engineer effectively co-ordinates
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Mechanical Engineer
Aquatera Utilities Inc.
Grande Prairie, AB
- Full-time
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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Ceiling Rail and Lifting Systems - Magog, Canada
Arjo
Magog, QC
We are seeking a passionate Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Associate Mechanical Engineer
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Saint John, NB
- Full-time
As an Associate Mechanical Engineer on our Engineering Services team, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary group of engineers and designers to support a diverse portfolio of…
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Senior Mechanical Engineer - ENG4 - HC
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Hamilton, ON
The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for planning and conducting assignments with a high level of specialization and autonomy. This role involves solving complex engineering…
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Ingénieur mécanique principal / Lead Mechanical Engineer
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Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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- Full-time
You will be one of two mechanical engineers on our team. You report to the VP of Engineering & Ma
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Mechanical Engineer
PACO Group
Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
Do you enjoy leading technical projects and tackling complex mechanical challenges?
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HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer
Air Wise Sales Inc.
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
What You’ll Do: As an HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll dive deep into Air Wise’s policies and procedures, leveraging your knowledge to support the sales team and expand our market…
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Mechanical Engineer
Aquatera Utilities Inc.
Grande Prairie, AB
- Full-time
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Mechanical Engineer (CATIA Designer)
Insight Global
Longueuil, QC
- $27.5 to $40 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Mechanical Engineer
AtkinsRéalis
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Mechanical Design Engineer – Mechanical Building System Design
EXP
Fredericton, NB
- Full-time
Position: Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer – Mechanical Building System Design
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Mechanical Engineer (CATIA Designer)
Insight Global
Longueuil, QC
- Contract
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Senior Mechanical Power Engineer
HDR
SK · Saskatchewan, Canada
- Full-time
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Senior Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager – Mining and Metals
BBA Consultants
Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC · Mont-St-Hilaire, QC
- Full-time
As a member of our Mechanical Engineering team, you’ll lead mid-sized, multidisciplinary projects for studies and detailed engineering mandates in the mining and metals, heavy industry and…
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Senior Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager – Mining and Metals
BBA Consultants
Boisbriand, QC
- Full-time
As a member of our Mechanical Engineering team, you’ll lead mid-sized, multidisciplinary projects for studies and detailed engineering mandates in the mining and metals, heavy industry and…
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Senior Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager – Mining and Metals
BBA Consultants
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
As a member of our Mechanical Engineering team, you’ll lead mid-sized, multidisciplinary projects for studies and detailed engineering mandates in the mining and metals, heavy industry and…
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DCN Mechanical Engineer
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- Full-time
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Senior Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager – Mining and Metals
BBA Consultants
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
As a member of our Mechanical Engineering team, you’ll lead mid-sized, multidisciplinary projects for studies and detailed engineering mandates in the mining and metals, heavy industry and…
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Xanadu
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Mechanical engineer
Candu Energy Inc.
Mississauga, ON
- $124,000 to $135,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Hybrid
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Mechanical engineer
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Saint-Laurent, QC
- From $36.06 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site

Aquatera Utilities Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Grande Prairie, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 13, 2026

Original job description

Reports To: Technical Services Manager

Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta

Join the Team That’s Growing Healthy Communities. Work with Purpose. Live with Possibility.

At Aquatera, we’re more than a utility provider, we’re environmental leaders delivering high-quality water, wastewater, and solid waste services while building healthier communities across Alberta. As a locally owned organization and an Alberta Top Employer, we’re proud to offer meaningful work, opportunities for development and growth, and a fulfilling lifestyle all within a supportive work environment. Everything we do contributes to cleaner water, a healthier environment, and stronger communities so you’ll go home knowing your work truly matters. We foster a strong, supportive culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement, Aquatera is a place to grow and thrive while maintaining a positive work life balance. We’re looking for passionate and diverse professionals who share our values and are committed to making a lasting impact.

About the Role

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, the Mechanical Engineer provides technical leadership and engineering expertise to support Aquatera’s water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems. This role is responsible for process optimization, regulatory compliance, capital planning, risk management, and operational support. Working closely with engineering, operations, maintenance, and regulatory stakeholders, the Mechanical Engineer plays a key role in ensuring reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible utility services while supporting long-term infrastructure planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Partnering closely with Operations, recognizing that strong cross-functional collaboration is a key to success for this role.
Champion Aquatera’s safety culture and organizational values in all work activities.
Lead process engineering initiatives for water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems.
Provide mechanical engineering expertise and support for operational and capital improvement projects.
Support facility master planning and long-range capital planning initiatives.
Conduct feasibility studies, preliminary engineering assessments, and technical reviews.
Develop, maintain, and improve process design standards, technical specifications, and engineering best practices.
Provide technical oversight and professional sealing of process engineering documentation.
Lead Management of Change (MOC) reviews, risk assessments, and compliance activities.
Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to optimize plant performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and support system outages and start-ups.
Maintain and review Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and support drawing updates using AutoCAD or similar software.
Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support Alberta environmental regulatory compliance requirements.
Mentor and support team members while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications and Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA or eligibility for registration through interprovincial transfer.
Minimum five (5) years of progressive engineering experience, preferably within municipal water, wastewater, utility, or industrial environments.
Strong knowledge of process design, process modelling, and system optimization.
Experience supporting or working within water and wastewater treatment operations is considered a strong asset.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to contribute to multidisciplinary engineering projects.
Demonstrated experience leading and facilitating Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical information effectively.
Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, reports, and studies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with process modelling software and AutoCAD is considered an asset.
Strong organizational, analytical, project management, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work safely in operational environments where personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
Willingness to travel within the region and work additional or flexible hours when operational requirements arise.

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including health, dental and vision, defined benefit pension plan, RRSP matching, health and wellness spending account, and above average vacation benefits.

Conditions of Employment

Legally entitled to work in Canada without limitations
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract
Pass 50 lb. fitness test
Pass comprehensive drug and alcohol test

Ready to make a difference?
Start your journey with Aquatera Utilities Inc. Apply at Join Our Team: Aquatera. This competition will remain open until October 30, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer provides technical leadership for water and wastewater systems, focusing on process optimization, regulatory compliance, and capital planning. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational efficiency and support long-term infrastructure projects.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and possess a P.Eng. designation. A minimum of five years of progressive engineering experience in utility or industrial environments is required.

Skills

Process engineering
Mechanical engineering
Water treatment
Wastewater treatment
Process optimization
Regulatory compliance
Capital planning
Risk management
P&ID interpretation
AutoCAD
Project management
Technical leadership
Mentorship
Troubleshooting
Feasibility studies
Engineering design

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Defined benefit pension plan
RRSP matching
Health and wellness spending account
Vacation benefits

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineer
Water treatment
Wastewater treatment
P.Eng.
APEGA
Process engineering
Capital planning
Risk management
P&IDs
AutoCAD
Management of Change
MOC
Utility services
Infrastructure planning
Process modelling
Technical specifications
Engineering best practices
Regulatory compliance
Environmental engineering
Project management
Operational support
Feasibility studies
System optimization
Multidisciplinary engineering
Safety culture

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