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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Piping

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Edmonds A02

Employment type: Temporary Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00

What you'll do The Generation stations Mechanical Engineering Balance of Plant team has an exciting opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer based out of BC Hydro’s Edmonds office in Burnaby. The team support hydroelectric and thermal capital projects by designing auxiliary systems, conducting condition assessments for asset management and providing pre-release project scoping and operational support. Design work is focused on powerplant utility systems and industrial piping including water,

air, oil, gas and fuel systems. Projects vary in scale from small single discipline projects to larger, multi-discipline projects costing more than $100 million.

The successful candidate will

- Be a safety leader.
- Be skilled as a design engineer and Professional of Record.
- Be skilled as the owner’s engineer capable of reviewing and accepting the work of external entities on behalf of BC Hydro.
- Collaborate with other disciplines and groups including heavy mechanical, power unit, protection and controls, electrical,

civil, estimating, procurement, operations, construction management, and project management to develop project scope and engineering solutions.
- Provide work leadership,



mentorship and technical direction to junior engineers, technologists, consultants, and support

staff including drafters and 3D designers.
- Act as the project engineer for multi-discipline projects with predominantly mechanical scope to support project planning,

budgeting, scheduling, and technical integration.
- Conduct data driven risk assessments and prepare engineering memos and reports to support decision-making and

funding approval.
- Prepare design calculations, issued for construction drawings and specifications to support project completion.
- Plan and execute field investigations and site visits.
- Continuously assess the engineering and construction works, work processes and common BC Hydro practices to identify

opportunities for improvement and lead the required improvement actions.
- Develop cost-effective execution plans and solutions for design, construction, operation and maintenance.

What you bring

- A degree in mechanical engineering recognized by Canadian universities.
- Registered, or eligible for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists British

Columbia (EGBC).
- A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
- A strong understanding of the applicable codes including ASME B31.1 and BPVC, ASTM, API, MSS, CSA.
- Experience related to the following systems: Industrial water, air and oil piping systems including equipment such as

pumps, compressors, pressure vessels and diesel generators. This could include experience with detailed design, stress analysis, process engineering, fabrication and construction, performance investigations, repairs/modifications and upgrades. Knowledge of the hydroelectric industry or similar transferrable experience from utilities, oil and gas, mining or other heavy industries is an asset.
- Ability to execute the engineering work from conceptual design to commissioning.




- An ability to simplify complex problems to facilitate solutions.
- An ability to navigate effectively with minimal data by making reasonable assumptions based on experience to enable the

work to proceed.
- The capability to provide clear and succinct alternative solutions to complex problems to support business decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills.
- An ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Skill at clearly presenting ideas to peers and senior management.
- A preference will be given to those with the following:
- Experience in HVAC in hydroelectric powerplants from concept through to construction and commissioning.
- Proficiency in piping design software packages including AFT FATHOM and CAESAR II.

What we offer

- A comprehensive benefits package
- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
- A lifetime pension
- Flexible work model, depending on your role type
- Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. 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 else you should know

- Please note this is a temporary chance for approximately one (1) year.
- Candidates with lesser relevant experience, though with a passion for asset management, are encouraged to apply and

may be considered.
- A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License: In good standing.

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P; employees must meet the time in role requirements specified in the updated M&P; TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply. Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 5R3

Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Closing Date: 2026-10-05

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📌 Senior Mechanical Engineer - Piping (Vancouver)
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