Date: 28 Jul 2026
Location: Maple Ridge, British Columbia, CA, V2X 0Z5
Company: Orica
About Orica
At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.
It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.
Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.
About the role - Mechanical Engineer (Maple Ridge BC)
This position is open to recent graduates in the area of Mechanical Engineering who want to launch their careers in an innovative industry.
We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer, reporting to our Custom Product Engineering Manager, within our Digital Solutions team, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate leadership and technical expertise in the areas of design and development, offer support for our entire product portfolio of world class geotechnical products.
You will work with cross-functional product development teams, as well as Orica Digital Canada Sales, Marketing, and Manufacturing divisions. Your success will be underscored by your technical intuition and inquisitive nature, quality prioritization, team collaboration skills, and open and approachable communication style.
Learn more about us:
https://www.orica.com/digital-solutions/geosolutions
What you will be doing
- Design mechanical parts and assemblies in Solidworks.
- Produce actionable drawings and documents for vendors and outsourcing.
- Technical support of Sales and Operations inquiries.
- Technical support towards cross-functional product development teams; research and design projects, sustaining projects, etc.
- Technical inputs and updates for current and legacy designs to keep with current standards.
What you will bring
- 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- 2+ years of CAD modelling experience with Solidworks and/or AutoCAD
- Strong communication skills and very personable
Role dimensions
- Reports to our Custom Product Engineering Manager
- Work Schedule: Monday – Friday in office
Your qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Registration, or eligibility to register, as a professional engineer (P.Eng.) in BC, or registration as an engineer-in-training (EIT) is required
Characteristics
- Team oriented
- Collaborative
- Accountable and responsible
- Entrepreneurial
- Analytical but Practical
- Customer focussed
- Clear communicator
- Hard working
- Cost conscious
What we offer
As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
Compensation
- Salary Range $80,000 - $86,000 CAD
- Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan
(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)
Benefits (Full Time Employees)
- Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
- Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
- Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
- Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
- Paid Time Off
We respect and value all
Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.
Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.
We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.
