Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, Mission Critical Buildings

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With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. 
We are pathfinders and impact makers. 
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The Opportunity

Design What Comes Next

Bring your mechanical engineering expertise to resilient, high-performance facilities where dependable building systems matter. In this intermediate role, you will help develop practical HVAC and mechanical infrastructure solutions, contribute across the full project lifecycle, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on mission-critical and advanced-computing environments.

Your Impact

• Lead the mechanical design of small to medium-sized projects and support senior engineers on larger, more complex assignments.

• Develop HVAC and building mechanical infrastructure solutions for resilient, high-performance facilities.

• Contribute from planning and concept development through construction and project closeout.

• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and other project stakeholders to coordinate integrated designs.

• Conduct site reviews, support construction administration, and resolve field-related mechanical design issues.

• Apply your knowledge of mission-critical facilities, data centres, and highly resilient building systems to strengthen project outcomes.

• Support mechanical systems serving high-density AI, HPC, and other advanced-computing environments.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior designers and engineers.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or eligibility for registration in British Columbia.

• Experience leading mechanical design for small to medium-sized projects and supporting larger, more complex assignments.

• Solid technical knowledge of HVAC systems, equipment, and building mechanical infrastructure.

• Understanding of the full project lifecycle, from planning and concept development through construction and closeout.

• Experience conducting site reviews, supporting construction administration, and addressing field-related mechanical design issues.

• Experience with mission-critical facilities, data centres, highly resilient building systems, high-density AI, HPC, or advanced-computing environments is a strong asset.

• Experience mentoring, coaching, or providing technical guidance to junior designers and engineers.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.

• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.

• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.

• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 - 102,500

MB & ON: $70,600 - 97,200

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $69,900 - 92,900

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape What’s Next?

Bring your mechanical design experience to projects where resilience, coordination, and technical precision are essential. Apply today and help develop the building systems that keep mission-critical environments performing with confidence.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.


Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.