Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Job Description

AECOM’s Water Group is seeking a motivated and skilled  Senior   Mechanical Engineer to help design and lead water infrastructure projects (wastewater, water, pump stations and industrial facilities). This position is based out of  Burnaby ,  British Columbia office with opportunities for hybrid work. Some travel to nearby cities may be required. This role offers opportunities for career growth. 

AECOM’s Water Group is a vibrant and growing fully integrated team involved in challenging municipal and private sector projects.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical building projects through design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Prepare design reports, technical memorandums, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Develop design concepts, detailed designs, and coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Design HVAC systems, including centralized plants, packaged units, and hydronic systems.
• Design plumbing systems, including potable water, drainage, compressed air, and natural gas systems.
• Design boiler, energy recovery, and fire protection systems.
• Perform HVAC load calculations, system analysis, and mechanical sizing calculations.
• Design HVAC controls integrated with Building Management Systems (BMS) and SCADA platforms.
• Select equipment, prepare schedules, and coordinate with suppliers and vendors.
• Support the development of 3D mechanical models and drawings using Revit.
• Apply sustainable design principles; experience with LEED, Envision, or similar frameworks is an asset.
• Conduct quality control reviews of designs, calculations, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Perform site inspections, prepare field reports, and support construction activities.
• Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and provide technical guidance during project execution.
• Assists mechanical engineering team manager with mentoring junior engineering staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Eight (8)+ years of experience designing HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and control systems for water and industrial facilities.
• Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.