Lead Mechanical Layout Designer at WSP

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

138000.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Layout Design, 3D Modeling, Project Management, Client Management, Team Leadership, Process Diagrams, Design Calculations, Field Engineering, Technical Guidance, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Plant3D, Revit, Microstation

Industry

Professional Services

Description

The Opportunity: Our Resources subsector, a key component of WSP’s ERI (Energy, Resources and Industry) sector, supports clients from coast to coast. Over the decades, we have developed a wide range of services, including economic studies, project management, detailed design, procurement, site management, commissioning and industrial programming. This division provides a full range of services to industrial and mining projects, including all services offered in the field of engineering from conceptual and feasibility studies to complete detailed engineering in EPCM, to the closure and dismantling of mine sites. Our experts work together to offer our clients services that live up to our vision: to meet the highest standards in the industry and innovate to exceed them. To meet our growth challenges, WSP is currently seeking a Lead Layout Designer to join our Mechanical Team, located in any of our Canadian offices - Etobicoke, Mississauga, Thornhill, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and/or Saskatoon, SK are preferred. This position will play a key role in leading the design and optimization in the layout design of heavy industrial projects across the subsector. The successful candidate will have experience leading teams and hands on experience with preparing 3D models and layout arrangements for plant upgrades and new facilities, reviewing drawings and designs, developing process diagrams, site plans through to detail, resource managing and client management. This role involves close collaboration with different disciplines as well as clients and stakeholders to understand their engineering needs, ensuring successful project coordination. Be involved in projects with our Resources Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges! Why WSP? We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives. A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer. Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada. Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things. A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey. We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future. #WeAreWSP What you can expect to do here: You Will Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for existing plant upgrades and new facilities Review vendor drawings to ensure conformity with engineering designs prior to fabrication Prepare design calculations and design briefs Prepare design sketches Conduct trade-off studies and prepare reports Participate in field engineering assignments Review all design work related to layout general arrangements and equipment model development Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure timely and accurate flow of design information while maintaining departmental and client standards Maintain and revise equipment libraries, department standards, and procedures Attend model reviews Prepare man-hour estimates Determine layout staffing requirements for projects Manage large groups of designers on a project, including assigning work to staff Participate in project cost estimates Develop and recommend improvements in design standards to reduce costs, improve quality, and facilitate plant maintenance Provide technical guidance and leadership to layout project staff Ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and quality of all layout deliverables and activities on a project Prepare layout technical quality audits across multiple projects What you’ll bring to WSP: College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent; 15+ years experience in mechanical engineering design specifically with experience in layout design for heavy industrial and/or mining projects; 2+ years experience in a team lead role; Strong understanding of mechanical equipment installation requirements in the field; Must have consulting experience; Proven experience with Plant3D, Revit, Microstation, SolidEdge and SmartPlant; Strong communication skills (written and verbal); French language skills (written and verbal) an asset; Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to perform design engineering; Strong leadership and management skills; Strong critical thinking skills and an ability to problem solve effectively. Compensation: BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $104,100 – $138,000 MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800 Atlantic Provinces & QC: $94,100 – $124,900 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. At WSP: We value our people and our reputation We are locally dedicated with international scale We are future focused and challenge the status quo We foster collaboration in everything we do We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

Responsibilities

The Lead Mechanical Layout Designer will prepare 3D models and layout arrangements for plant upgrades and new facilities, while also reviewing vendor drawings and coordinating with other disciplines. This role involves managing large groups of designers and ensuring the technical accuracy and quality of all layout deliverables.