WSP

Mechanical Designer

WSP$70K — $97K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent
  • 8+ years of mechanical engineering design experience, specifically in layout design for heavy industrial or mining projects
  • Strong understanding of mechanical equipment and piping installation requirements
  • Consulting experience a must
  • Proficiency in AVEVA E3D, Plant3D, Revit, Microstation, SolidEdge, and SmartPlant
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • French language skills are an asset

Responsibilities

  • Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for facility upgrades
  • Create process flow diagrams
  • Draft design sketches and calculations
  • Generate design briefs and standard details
  • Conduct trade-off studies and reports
  • Assist in checking vendor documentation
  • Coordinate with other disciplines for flow of design information
  • Support maintenance and revision of equipment libraries and departmental standards

Benefits

  • Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
  • Global community of experts fostering innovation and mentorship
  • Opportunities for career growth and tailored roles
  • Emphasis on flexible work and work-life balance
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Shape the World Around You - As a Mechanical Designer, you will contribute your technical expertise to impactful, multidisciplinary projects that support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable mining, metals and industrial infrastructure systems. You'll design and collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that help communities and industries thrive. This position will play a key role in the design and optimization of the layout design of heavy industrial projects across the subsector.

This position will be located in our Sudbury, Ontario office.

At WSP, our Resources subsector plays a vital role within our Energy, Resources & Industry (ERI) sector, delivering end-to-end solutions for clients across Canada. For decades, we've provided expertise ranging from economic studies and detailed engineering to procurement, commissioning, site management, and mine closure. Our commitment is simple: meet the highest standards in the industry-and then exceed them.

Your Impact

In this role, you will:
  • Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for existing plant upgrades and new facilities;
  • Prepare process flow diagrams;
  • Prepare design sketches;
  • Prepare design calculations and design briefs;
  • Prepare standard details;
  • Prepare trade-off studies and reports;
  • Assist in the checking of Vendor documentation;
  • Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure a timely and accurate flow of design information, while ensuring departmental and client standards are maintained;
  • Provide input to departmental support tasks such as the maintenance and revision of equipment libraries, department standards and procedures.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent;
  • 8+ years experience in mechanical engineering design specifically with experience in layout design for heavy industrial and/or mining projects;
  • Strong understanding of mechanical equipment, and piping installation requirements in the field;
  • Must have consulting experience;
  • Proven experience with AVEVA E3D, Plant3D, Revit, Microstation, SolidEdge and SmartPlant;
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal);
  • French language skills (written and verbal) an asset;
  • Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to perform design engineering;
  • Strong critical thinking skills and an ability to problem solve effectively;
  • Ability to work well in a team but also as an individual contributor.

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'll 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.

#WeAreWSP #WithUsYouCan #LI-Hybrid #ERI_Opportunities #carrières_ERI

Compensation:

BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $77,400 - $102,500
MB & ON: $70,600 - $97,200
Atlantic Provinces & 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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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Founded
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