Unleash your energy within. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen.

Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet. Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success.

We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. About the job:Kent is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Rotating to join our engineering team in our Sarnia, Ontario, Calgary, or Edmonton, Alberta office.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for specifying, selecting, reviewing, and procuring rotating mechanical equipment for industrial projects. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and equipment suppliers, you will deliver safe, reliable, and practical engineering solutions from initial design through construction and commissioning. Lead rotating equipment engineering activities, ensuring deliverables meet project scope, technical requirements, budgets, and schedules.

Prepare and review equipment specifications, mechanical datasheets, material requisitions,



technical bid evaluations, and procurement recommendations. Review vendor drawings, performance curves, calculations, equipment layouts, inspection and test plans, and final equipment records. Evaluate equipment selection, operating ranges, efficiency, materials, sealing arrangements, lubrication systems, and maintenance requirements.

Assess pump hydraulic performance, including net positive suction head requirements, minimum flow provisions, and suitability for specified operating conditions. Review compressor performance and operating limits, coordinating requirements for capacity control, anti-surge protection, and associated systems with relevant disciplines and suppliers. Apply relevant industry codes, standards, client specifications, and project requirements to rotating equipment design and procurement.

Coordinate equipment interfaces with process, piping, civil, structural, instrumentation, and electrical engineering disciplines. Review equipment package requirements, including drivers, couplings, guards, baseplates, seals, lubrication systems, and condition monitoring. Resolve technical queries, review supplier deviations, and assess engineering changes.

Participate in design reviews and risk assessments, addressing equipment safety, reliability, constructability, operability, and maintainability. Support factory acceptance testing and review mechanical running tests, performance tests, and vibration acceptance results. Provide technical support during equipment installation, alignment, testing, commissioning, and startup.

Support troubleshooting, equipment performance assessments, and root cause investigations, recommending practical improvements. Mentor junior and intermediate engineers and review engineering deliverables within assigned responsibilities and authority. Communicate engineering progress, technical risks, and recommended solutions to project managers and clients.

Maintain complete engineering records and follow project quality assurance and document control procedures.



These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization.

Knowledge/Qualification/Training/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience, including substantial experience with rotating equipment for industrial projects.

Experience with turbines, fans, blowers, and packaged rotating equipment is an asset. Strong understanding of equipment performance curves, operating envelopes, pump hydraulics, cavitation, and equipment selection. Working knowledge of mechanical seals, bearings, couplings, lubrication systems, vibration monitoring, and machinery protection.

Ability to interpret equipment drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams, process datasheets, and machinery performance data. Familiarity with vibration analysis and rotordynamic reports, including the ability to identify when specialist assessment is required.

Experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, or comparable industrial facilities is an asset. Factory acceptance testing, installation, commissioning, startup, or troubleshooting experience is an asset. Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication.

Ability to explain technical requirements and recommendations clearly to clients, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams. Robust technical report writing, documentation, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate project priorities, technical concerns, and progress effectively.

Maintains a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, quality, and ethical conduct. Takes a practical, proactive approach to technical problem-solving. Provides technical leadership and supports the development of others.

Adapts effectively to changing project requirements and priorities. HSSEQ:The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; Hourly Range: $75.00/hr to $90.00/hr This hourly range applies to candidates based in Sarnia, Ontario, reflects the expected compensation for this role, and may vary based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Relocation required: Travel required: Occasional travel to client facilities, fabrication shops, and project sites.

Contract type: Full time

📌 Senior Mechanical and Equipment Engineer (Winnipeg)
🏢 Kent
📍 Winnipeg