Junior Mechanical Engineer - Hydropower

Junior Mechanical Engineer

Vancouver, BC

An opportunity exists for a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join Klohn Crippen Berger’s Power and Transportation Group based in Vancouver. The mechanical group focuses primarily on hydroelectric projects. Recent projects include work on water control gates, large valve, turbines, penstocks and the balance of plant systems for hydroelectric generation stations (piping, pumping, HVAC, drainage). In addition to the hydroelectric projects, we also work with moveable bridges, cranes, and large pumping systems for mining projects. Due to the custom nature of our work, each project is different, making our work interesting and varied.

This Role Will Give You The Opportunity To

• Be involved with designs of new or refurbishment of overall hydroelectric plants from concept to final design
• Work on facility wide or major component refurbishments for hydroelectric plants, cranes and pumping systems
• Prepare design deliverables (drawings, specs, estimates, schedules, reports, etc.)
• Learn from a variety of experienced engineers
• Travel to sites across Canada and internationally
• Grow technical and project management skills.
  
  

We Value Your

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 0 to 4 years of experience
• Strong technical design and analytical skills
• Eligibility for registration with EGBC
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, with demonstrated competent report writing skills
• Strong computer skills, ideally including MSWord, Excel, Mathcad, Revit, Inventor, SolidWorks and hydraulic design software
• Experience in hydroelectric and water control facility design;
• Hands on practical experience with repairs, modifications, or new builds, either through work, school projects, or hobbies.
• Experience and/or ability to perform outdoor and / or field/construction services
• Willingness to enter/work in confined spaces or at heights or at locations like penstocks with supported rope access (we provide the training)
• Ability to travel to remote work sites as required
  
  

The salary for this position is $75,000 to $95,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.

Along With Continued Career Development, KCB Offers

• Hybrid work opportunities
• Annual performance and salary review
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
• Flexible benefits, including RSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
• Paid OT, and sick days
• Commitment to global ESG standards
  
  

We are a global organization committed to employment equity. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.

KCB is an award-winning global engineering, geoscience & environmental consulting firm tackling the world’s toughest technical challenges for over 75 years.