Intermediate Mechanical / Project Engineer

Intermediate Mechanical / Project  Engineer

TWD is an engineering, procurement, and construction management consulting company providing project development, execution and specialty engineering services for the oil and gas industry with expertise ranging from refinery, pipelines, renewables, food and beverage, power, downstream chemical processing, and much more. Our team is dedicated to providing clients with effective business and technical solutions through exceptional levels of service, innovation and flexibility.

TWD is currently seeking an Intermediate Mechanical / Project Engineer in our Burlington, ON.
If you would like to apply for this position, respond directly to this ad for consideration. Though we thank all applicants that apply for this role, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Position Overview:
As an Intermediate Mechanical / Project Engineer, you will contribute to the engineering design, coordination, planning, and execution of projects across the energy and infrastructure sectors. This role combines mechanical engineering expertise with project engineering responsibilities, supporting the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects from concept development and detailed design through procurement, construction, and commissioning. Working closely with project managers, discipline leads, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, you will coordinate technical activities, monitor project progress, resolve engineering challenges, and ensure deliverables meet project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Engineering & Technical Delivery

• Perform mechanical engineering design, calculations, analyses, and technical assessments in support of energy and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare, develop, and review engineering deliverables, including technical specifications, design criteria, calculations, equipment datasheets, drawings, and technical reports.
• Evaluate mechanical systems, equipment, and design alternatives to develop practical, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable codes, standards, regulatory requirements, client specifications, and industry best practices.
• Identify technical risks, design challenges, and opportunities for optimization throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in technical reviews and provide engineering input to support design quality and project objectives.

Project Engineering & Coordination

• Coordinate and manage assigned engineering activities to ensure alignment with project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Support the Project Manager and discipline leads in planning, organizing, and monitoring engineering activities and deliverables.
• Coordinate interfaces between mechanical engineering and other disciplines, including process, civil, structural, electrical, and instrumentation.
• Monitor engineering progress, identify potential schedule or resource constraints, and communicate issues and mitigation strategies to the project team.
• Assist with the preparation of project execution plans, engineering schedules, estimates, technical proposals, and progress reports.
• Facilitate technical coordination meetings and follow up on action items, deliverables, and outstanding engineering issues.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination between internal teams, clients, contractors, and external stakeholders.

Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Support procurement activities through the preparation and review of technical requisitions, specifications, and equipment documentation.
• Participate in technical bid evaluations and provide recommendations based on project requirements and engineering considerations.
• Review vendor drawings, technical submissions, equipment datasheets, and documentation for compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to resolve technical queries, clarify requirements, and address design or equipment-related issues.
• Monitor technical procurement activities and support alignment with project schedules and engineering requirements.

Construction, Commissioning & Project Support

• Provide engineering and technical support during construction, installation, fabrication, and commissioning activities.
• Respond to requests for information, technical queries, site instructions, and field engineering challenges.
• Review construction documentation and support the resolution of discrepancies between design requirements and field conditions.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, progress reviews, and commissioning activities as required.
• Coordinate the resolution of technical issues with project stakeholders to support safe and efficient project execution.
• Support the preparation and review of as-built documentation, turnover packages, and project closeout deliverables.

Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure assigned engineering activities and deliverables comply with internal quality management procedures and project requirements.
• Promote engineering quality, safety in design, and adherence to applicable health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, project coordination, and technical delivery.
• Contribute to lessons learned, risk assessments, design reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other project team members.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent recognized institution.
• 4–9 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably within the energy, infrastructure, industrial, or consulting engineering sectors.
• Experience in mechanical engineering design, technical coordination, and project engineering within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, equipment, systems, applicable industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare, coordinate, and review engineering deliverables across various project phases.
• Experience supporting project planning, engineering schedules, procurement activities, technical reviews, and project execution.
• Understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and resource coordination.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering design, analysis, modelling, drafting, and project management software applications.
• Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, technical specifications, calculations, vendor documentation, and project deliverables.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and technical decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and interact with clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate competing deliverables, and meet project deadlines.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, adaptability, attention to detail, and commitment to engineering and project delivery excellence.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while contributing effectively within a collaborative project team.
• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or equivalent professional designation, where applicable, is considered an asset.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and support field activities as required.

If you would like to apply for this position, respond directly to this ad for consideration. Though we thank all applicants that apply for this role, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Team.