Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

We are growing our Mechanical/Piping Engineering team in our Trail Office! As our work expands in the energy, mining and industrial sectors, we are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 8-12 years of consulting experience in heavy industry. We are looking for curious, self-motivated professionals who bring strong teamwork and an entrepreneurial mindset.

As a Mechanical Engineer at BBA Trail Office, you will play a key role in all phases of engineering projects from front-end studies to detailed design and field implementation. As an intermediate/senior member of the mechanical engineering team, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of exceptional technical quality, identification and development of new business opportunities and client relationships and providing mentorship and guidance to some of our more junior team members.

About us…

With over 1650 employees and 20 offices across Canada and abroad, BBA is ranked among Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies. BBA is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm focused on practice (PCB), providing professional services and highly technical expertise in the energy and natural resource industries, including renewable energy, mining and metals, hydroelectric power, advanced chemicals and biofuels markets.

Our Trail Office offers a unique opportunity for work/life balance. Located in the heart of BC’s scenic West Kootenay region and minutes away from the world-class Red Mountain ski hill, the location offers strong community spirit with unparalleled access to skiing, mountain biking, hiking and backcountry adventures amongst stunning lakes and mountain scenery, while BBA’s flexible working hours, hybrid home/office policy and the unique Trail-office opportunity for an optional 4-day work week give you the time to enjoy it. Our proximity to several hydroelectric dams and industrial facilities give opportunity for local site support and brownfield design, while BBA’s strong culture of interoffice collaboration gives access to opportunities across BBA’s network of 20 offices across Canada and abroad.

• 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 mechanical scope on conceptual design studies, pre-feasibility studies, feasibility studies, and detailed engineering
• Be the Project Manager or Project Leader on engineering mandates within the mining and metals, hydroelectric power, renewable energy and pulp and paper industries.
• Be a key team member for small to major brownfield/greenfield mining projects
• Perform mechanical/piping engineering calculations
• Establish client needs, prepare or review reports, estimates and specifications.
• Participate in site inspections, condition assessments, commissioning, and testing
• Provide mentorship and coaching of junior/intermediate engineers, actively sharing knowledge, and supporting the enhancement of skills within the team.
• Foster a culture of having fun at work while producing high quality professional work.

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Desire to motivate and develop 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

Overview of certifications and job requirements

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 8 to 12 years of relevant engineering experience, with a preference for 5+ years in consulting, and 2+ years site experience
• Eligible to register with EGBC as a P.Eng.
• Industrial project experience in the mining and metals, hydroelectric power, renewable energy and/or pulp and paper industries
• A valid class 5 BC driver’s license
• Ability to travel on short notice to client sites (approximately 20-30% of time)
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical documents such as reports, specifications, studies, plans and work instructions.
• Ability to interpret PFD’s and process design criteria from process engineering, preparing plant layouts, mechanical equipment selection and validation and pump sizing
• Experience with design deliverables such as P&IDs, piping isometrics, layouts, elevations, equipment and line lists, vendor equipment drawings, etc.
• Familiarity with AACE capital cost estimation
• Familiarity with ASME BVPC, B31.1/B31.3, API 650
• Proficiency in mechanical/piping software (e.g. Solidworks, AFT Fathom/Arrow or equivalent, Ceasar2, AutoCAD)
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead teams and delegate work

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary, based on 37.5 hours weekly, between $121,200 and $148,200

• Annual bonus program for all regular employees

• Onsite mobility premium

• Access to a time bank

• Cellphone program

• Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Retirement savings plan for regular employees

• Vacation and sick leave

• Premium offer through the Employee Referral Program

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but not limited to: market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.

At BBA, you get may benefits

• Long-term hiring (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
• Flexible schedule that combines office presence and telecommuting
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
• Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces
• 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 a priority

About BBA

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.