KPE - Mechanical Engineer

Requisition ID: 180775 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering 

Department: Design Engineering 

Market: Power 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

The Kiewit Power Engineering Group is seeking several mid-to-senior level Mechanical Process Engineers to join our growing Calgary team!

The ideal candidates will play a crucial role in the design, procurement, and construction of mechanical systems and equipment used in power plants and other industrial facilities. In this role, you will use your expertise to ensure the efficient and reliable operation of power generation facilities, contributing to the production of sustainable and cost-effective energy.

Depending on experience, the position may operate at a Mid-Level or Senior level, with increasing responsibility for technical leadership, project ownership, and team mentorship.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,000 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 140 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. 
Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management, and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas: 

• Gas-fired generation
• Power delivery
• Environmental retrofits 
• Renewables and new technology 
• Water/wastewater 

We are a highly performing team of engineers and designers that develop projects through the project life cycle engaging in exciting projects throughout North America. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit’s construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence. 

Location

This position is based out of Calgary, Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes, and standards to projects.
• Perform engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection.
• Develop mechanical piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) for facility systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, flue gas, hydrogen, fuel handling, heat transfer systems, carbon dioxide, and utility systems.
• Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, boilers, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps.
• Prepare mechanical engineering designs, equipment lists, general arrangements, auxiliary power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Review and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Prepare requisite mechanical documentation for construction.
• Coordinate with drafters, designers, and engineers.
• Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently while maintaining quality and schedule.

Mid-Level Mechanical Process Engineer
• Perform intermediate complexity engineering work with limited supervision.
• Contribute to project deliverables and support execution of engineering packages.
• Assist in developing schedules, work assignments, and staffing plans.
• Collaborate across disciplines and support team coordination.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned tasks and deliverables.

Senior Mechanical Process Engineer
• Perform and/or lead complex engineering efforts and provide technical oversight.
• Review and approve key deliverables and ensure technical quality.
• Lead development of schedules, work assignments, and resource planning.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Coordinate across disciplines and interface with project stakeholders.
• Support project execution strategy within EPC delivery models.
• Take accountability for deliverables, budget, and schedule performance within assigned scope.

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Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• P. Eng designation is highly preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and design, preferably within power industry, electrical utilities, or industrial markets
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Passion for safety and maintaining a zero-incident culture.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.

Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.