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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Calgary, AB, Canada | req3153 Posted on: 8/25/2026 Back to Search

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

We’re growing our Mechanical/Piping Engineering team inour Calgary office! As our work expands in the energy, decarbonization andindustrial sectors, we’re seeking a mechanical engineer with 8 to 12 years ofexperience in heavy industry. We’re looking for curious, self-motivatedprofessionals who bring solid teamwork and an entrepreneurial mindset.

As a mechanical engineer at BBA’s Calgary office, you’llplay a key role in all phases of engineering projects, from front-end studiesto detailed design and field implementation. As a senior member of themechanical engineering team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the delivery ofexceptional technical quality, identification and development of new businessopportunities and client relationships and for providing mentorship andguidance to some of our more junior team members.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

Take a lead role in client communications and business development

Develop scopes of work, budgets, methodologies and proposals

Lead all or only mechanical scopes of work on conceptual design studies, pre-feasibility studies, feasibility studies and detailed engineering

Serve as the project manager or project leader on engineering mandates within the mining and metals, hydroelectric power, renewable energy, and pulp and paper industries

Play a key role on small to major brownfield and greenfield mining projects

Perform mechanical and piping engineering calculations

Define client requirements and prepare or review reports, estimates and specifications

Participate in site inspections, condition assessments, commissioning and testing

Mentor and coach junior and intermediate engineers, share knowledge and support the enhancement of team capabilities

Foster a culture of having fun at work while delivering high-quality professional work

Do your qualities and values match ourcorporate culture?

Entrepreneurial spirit

Desire to motivate and train the next generation

Strong commitment to health and safety

Willingness to work together while having fun

Sense of equity and inclusion

Efficient, both at the office and the work site

Eco-mindful

Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary of certifications and jobrequirements





University degree in mechanical engineering

From 8 to 12 years of relevant engineering experience, with a preference of over 5 years in consulting and more than 2 years of site experience

Eligible to register with the APEGA as a P.Eng

Industrial project experience in the oil and gas, carbon capture, mining and metals, hydroelectric power, renewable energy and/or pulp and paper industries

A valid class 5 AB driver’s licence

Ability to travel on short notice to client sites (approximately 20-30% of the time)

Strong written and spoken communication

Experience preparing and reviewing technical documents such as reports, specifications, studies, plans and work instructions

Ability to interpret PFDs and process design criteria from process engineering, develop plant layouts, select and validate mechanical equipment and size pumps

Experience with design deliverables such as P&IDs;, piping isometrics, layouts, elevations, equipment and line lists, vendor equipment drawings and more

Familiarity with AACE capital cost estimation

Familiarity with ASME BVPC, B31.1/B31.3, API 65

Proficiency in mechanical and piping software (e.g., SolidWorks, AFT Fathom/Arrow or equivalent, Ceasar2, AutoCAD)

Solid soft skills with demonstrated ability to lead teams and delegate work

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

Annual premium program for regular employees

Onsite mobility premium

Time bank

Cellphone fee reimbursements

Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Premium for employee referrals

BBA considersmany factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market,education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment,qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits

Long-term hiring prospects (not just project-based)

Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions

Custom training and development plans





Access to a leadership program

Opportunity to mentor our next generation: We invest in our people and help them develop

A corporate culture that values expertise

A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home

A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy

Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces

A growing business with many opportunities

An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness

On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA

AboutBBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.

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📌 Senior Mechanical Engineer (Alberta)
🏢 BBA Consultants
📍 Alberta