Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

Bantrel is proud to be a leading provider of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Construction Management (EPC / EPCM) services in Canada.

For 40 years we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada’s most challenging and complex energy, mining, infrastructure, and nuclear projects, with an unrelenting focus on safety and quality. Bantrel performs design and procurement services from our primary Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto office locations and delivers construction management and self-perform construction services at various Client sites across Canada.

We operate independently but leverage the global expertise of and provide resources to our affiliate Bechtel Corporation, one of the largest EPC companies in the world, and remain Canadian focused including through our other shareholder, McCaig Investments, a respected local family group of businesses and deep community supporter.  Our private ownership provides long-term business planning and strategic decision horizons supported by a strong financial position.

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Job Description

We are currently seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to join our Construction team, based out of Leroy, SK. The Mechanical Resident Engineer will work with the REM (Resident Engineering Manager) and will focus on ensuring the relevant aspects of construction meets the mechanical design intent. They will address mechanical technical queries and disposition non-conformance reports related to the mechanical design. The Mechanical Resident Engineer shall form the link between the CMT (Construction Management Team) and the Engineers of Record (HBJV) for all mechanical engineering related work. This shall include interpretation of designs and technical & engineering functional standards and seeking validation as required to support the construction team.

Hatch and Bantrel have formed the Hatch Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) to execute engineering and construction on the Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. After successfully completing the Definition Phase Study for the project, the HBJV is currently carrying out the Detailed Engineering Phase for the Processing, Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) and Mining Areas of the 4.5 Mtpa Stage 1 Potash Mine. With a published TIC of US $5.3-5.7 Billion this will represent one of the largest projects and private investments in Canada. The HBJV will use a hybrid of best-in-class new developing technologies and systems as well as the proven HBJV suite of tools to execute this exciting project.

Join us in this full time, 6-month position

* Please note this position is not eligible for a relocation subsidy or living out allowance. This will be a camp position on a 14 day on 7 days off rotation. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary mechanical engineering liaison between the site and home office engineering team, providing technical support to the Construction Management Team (CMT).
• Coordinate with home office engineers to align design priorities and incorporate site feedback into designs.
• Provide clarification on technical requirement indicated on drawings or specifications, explanation on drawing modifications, handling of exemption requests and interference on site.
• Assist mechanical supervisors by obtaining timely responses from the Package Engineer to technical questions (TQs) and exemption requests.
• Ensure the timely receipt and distribution of engineering documentation.
• Review and approve mechanical acceptance certificates and provide engineering sketches as required.
• Troubleshoot, design, and perform other engineering duties as required.
• Produce change documents to rectify issues with the engineering design.
• Assist in evaluating contractor work procedures for compliance with codes and standards.
• Ensure, along with QA/QC, that mechanical and equipment is installed as per relevant design code.
• Responsible for disposition of mechanical related non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Coordinate with the area civil, mechanical and mechanical superintendents to facilitate construction.
• Assist in the commissioning of systems on site as required.
• Promote and uphold BHP/Jansen core values, safety standards, and participate in all training as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGS, or eligibility to obtain registration.
• Minimum 8 to 12 years of relevant experience within mining and mineral processing related industry, with underground mining considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of quality management processes and systems, ISO standards and auditing processes related to major project delivery or program management.
• Functional knowledge of industry leading functional standards and engineering management practices in a multi discipline engineering environment including 3D data centric platforms.
• Working knowledge of industry standards, regulations and codes pertinent to the mechanical engineering discipline.
• Ability to function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and coordinate mechanical activities between disciplines.
• Sound knowledge of 3D data centric design systems.
• Experience with AFT Fathom, and AFT Impulse.
• Experience designing compressor buildings, and raw water pumphouse building is an asset.
• Strong experience generating and updating P&IDs, PFDs and Gas, along with developing specification sheets for slurry/water pumps and pipelines.
• Experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects.
• Ability to operate effectively and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment utilizing agile methodologies.
• Working knowledge of engineering, contracts & procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, health & safety, environment & community and risk multi-discipline workflows and interactions for large capital projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Information

Why Join Bantrel?

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

• Explore the many reasons to be part of our team

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy. Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Bantrel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives. Learn more about our approach to diversity and inclusion here. 

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration.  No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.