Mechanical/Piping Designer

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon We

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

From fabrication and modularization to new builds, turnaround and maintenance, Aecon Industrial leads the way in industrial construction and water infrastructure, providing clients in Canada and the U.S. with vertically integrated solutions and exceptional self-perform work.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Mechanical/Piping Designer with experience supporting power generation and heavy industrial projects in either Edmonton, AB or Calgary, AB offices.

Responsibilities include the development of mechanical and piping work designs for various projects, from conceptual design through construction, including supporting mechanical/piping site work. The successful applicant can look forward to projects including water and wastewater plants, power generating facilities and other industrial facilities throughout Canada and the United States that require all facets of structural/civil design.

What You'll Do Here

• Under minimal supervision, design medium to complex mechanical / piping systems using 2D and 3D design tools.
• The successful candidate fully understands the process of design development, preparing drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards, and procedures.
• The successful candidate shall be knowledgeable in the design of plant mechanical and piping systems, able to develop piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs), general arrangement drawings (GA), details, equipment plan, piping orthographic and isometric drawings.
• The successful candidate will have a good understanding of engineer’s design development process.
• The mechanical/piping designer fully understands the purpose and use of vendor documents and reviews mechanical supplier documents for accuracy.
• Help coordinate mechanical/piping design activities work with other discipline groups.

What You Bring To The Team

• College or university degree in Mechanical Design or Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of North American experience in Mechanical Engineering and Design.
• Experience with industry standard engineering software such as Plant3D, REVIT, ACC, BluBeam.
• The successful candidate must have strong communication skills and be capable of collaborating with the multi-discipline engineers and designers

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.