About Us

Krech Ojard & Associates Ltd (KOA) is an engineering and consulting firm with projects located worldwide. With offices located in the US and Canada, our expertise covers Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Marine, and Railroad Design. As a client-first focused team, we are involved in projects from the conceptual level through completion and beyond. We are always seeking skilled and adaptive people to become a part of KOA as we continue to grow and expand.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer based in Vancouver to support KOA’s multidisciplinary engineering projects across Canada and the United States. The successful candidate will have an active Professional Engineering registration (P.Eng.) in Québec (OIQ), or the ability to obtain OIQ licensure within one year. The candidate will utilize their experience and expertise in mechanical engineering to provide engineering solutions to a diverse clientele, including multinational industry leaders.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Overseeing and executing office and field engineering projects which can include major design and construction projects from clients based in Canada, the US, and the globe

Preparing detailed plans, calculations, and specifications related to a wide variety of engineering projects

Preparing proposals, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents for mechanical and multidiscipline engineering projects

Performing or overseeing engineering construction inspections for assigned projects

Performing or overseeing testing and inspections of mechanical components and materials

Preparing detailed engineering reports regarding the progress and completion of engineering projects





Performing or overseeing field surveys as required throughout the project life cycle

Analyzing data, preparing reports, and delivering presentations regarding proposed and ongoing projects to KOA staff and clients

About You

BS in Mechanical Engineering with an active Professional Engineering Registration (P.Eng) in Québec (OIQ) or the ability to obtain OIQ licensure within 1 year.

10+ years of progressive experience in Mechanical and/or Industrial engineering design, with demonstrated leadership in executing complex projects.

Knowledge and application of the principles and practices of CAD development and creation of drawing packages at various stages of design development

Familiarity with Project Management Methodologies

Effective communicator, including presentation, facilitation and listening skills

Ability to collaborate with team members and clients in a multi-disciplined environment

Excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail

Knowledge and ability to implement complex mechanical engineering principles and practices applied to project design and construction

Additional Skills & Capabilities

Experience with site visits, taking exact field measurements, making and interpreting the resulting calculations

Experience with varied types of mechanical systems commonly found in the Heavy Industry (Mining, Pulp/Paper, Bulk Material Facilities or similar facilities)

Experience with Revit, Belt Analyst and Dust Collection Modelling Software

What We Offer

Annual base salary in the range of $115,000 – $145,000 CAD per year depending on experience and qualifications

Flexible working schedule to allow for a better work life balance

Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental and RRSP match

Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

Team Events

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