Mechanical Engineer

Powertech Labs Inc is a cleantech company with the mission of being a trusted innovation partner providing solutions, specialized testing, and technical expertise for a safe and sustainable global energy future. Powertech has a global reputation for delivering transformative solutions in both the electric power industry as well as the transport sector. A clean future will be driven by electric and hydrogen power, and we will help get there.
We are always guided by our values as a global clean-technology and engineering company:

• Safety: This top everything. We do our work safely or we do not do it at all.
• Challenges: We ready ourselves for the hardest challenges – through attaining accreditations, developing industry-leading innovative products & services, investing in our labs, hiring great people, and making them better.
• Diverse Teams: We are strongest together and capitalize on our varied attributes – together we are more than the sum of parts.
• Our customers: Customers fuel this company, and we constantly work with them to earn and retain their trust and loyalty. We expect that our customers hold us accountable to our commitments.
• Excellence: Striving for excellence, acting with integrity, and having the highest standards in quality are core to what we do

What you'll do
This is your opportunity to contribute to the transition to a low-carbon future. The hydrogen industry is rapidly evolving, and Powertech is a recognized leader in the design, construction, testing, and operation of hydrogen fueling infrastructure.

As a member of the Hydrogen Infrastructure team, you will support the design, development, testing, commissioning, and continuous improvement of hydrogen infrastructure systems. Working alongside senior engineers and multidisciplinary project teams, you will contribute to the delivery of innovative hydrogen refueling solutions including stationary, transportable, and mobile fueling equipment.
The Mechanical Engineer will participate in all phases of product development, including design, analysis, technical documentation, procurement support, testing, and field deployment activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the mechanical design and development of hydrogen fueling equipment and infrastructure systems.
• Prepare and revise engineering drawings, 3D models, bills of materials, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Perform selection and integration of mechanical components, piping systems, instrumentation, and process equipment for systems operating up to 15,000psi.
• Perform engineering calculations related to pressure systems, piping, fluid flow, thermodynamics, structural supports, and equipment sizing.
• Develop and maintain Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and engineering documentation packages.
• Participate in system design reviews, hazard assessments (HAZOP), and risk analysis activities.
• Conduct testing and validation activities for prototypes and production systems.
• Investigate equipment and system issues, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, and field service teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical support during equipment assembly, commissioning, and field operations.
• Assist with technical report writing, engineering studies, and customer deliverables.
• Support the development of engineering standards, design procedures, and best practices.
• Contribute to maintaining Powertech's commitment to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and execute small to large scale hydrogen system projects.
• Manage fabrication resources to complete projects and inter-departmental requests in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain vendor and supplier relationships.
• Communicate regularly with clients, including site visits, test witnessing, project updates, and issue resolution.
• Manage the Hydrogen Infrastructure team’s quality program, including writing SOPs, performing incoming inspections, non-compliance reporting to vendors, and production QC.
• Manage the Hydrogen Infrastructure team’s inventory system, including writing SOPs, assisting with quarterly inventory counts, investigating discrepancies, receiving and part allocations.
• Evaluate client proposal requests, perform initial system sizing calculations, and prepare budgetary estimates and proposals.
• Manage the 3D model file vault, maintain custom part libraries, and automations within the vault.
• Balance responsibilities and deliverables across multiple projects simultaneously.

What you bring
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from a recognized university.

Experience

• Typically 3-6 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in mechanical design, product development, process systems, industrial equipment, or energy infrastructure projects.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Experience working in manufacturing environments and collaborating directly with manufacturing and fabrication staff.

Technical Skills
Experience in several of the following areas is desirable:

• 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and AutoCAD.
• Mechanical system design and engineering documentation.
• Pressure piping systems and process equipment.
• Fluid mechanics and thermodynamics calculations.
• Preparation or review of PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control system integration.
• Technical report writing and engineering analysis.
• Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Testing, troubleshooting, and problem-solving of industrial systems.

Preferred Qualifications
The following are considered assets:

• Exposure to hydrogen, compressed gases, industrial gas systems, or energy infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards related to pressure equipment and piping systems.
• Familiarity with HAZOP studies, FMEA, or other risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience supporting commissioning and field startup activities.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and assembly principles.
• Experience with SolidWorks weldments.

Professional Registration

• EIT designation with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC), or eligibility to register.
• Progression toward Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is preferred.

What will make you successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to workplace and process safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop expertise in hydrogen infrastructure technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment. 

What we offer
Location: Surrey B.C.
Job Status: Full-Time Regular
Affiliation: M&P
Annual Salary: $89K -  $113K