Type of position: Regular
Your future role on our team
Join BBA as a Junior Mechanical and Piping Engineer-in-Training and build a strong technical foundation for your career in Ontario's industrial, mining and metals markets. This role is ideal for someone who’s curious, hardworking and motivated by technical development, field exposure and practical problem solving. You’ll support mechanical and piping engineering work on industrial projects, including studies, CAPEX, OPEX, sustaining capital, brownfield modifications and detailed engineering mandates. Working closely with senior engineers, designers, drafters and multidisciplinary project teams, you’ll learn how to develop safe, constructible and cost-effective solutions for operating facilities. This role offers strong growth potential for an early career engineer who wants to build technical judgement, gain site experience and progressively take on more responsibility within BBA’s Calgary and Edmonton teams.
With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...
- Analyze, understand and help solve technical problems related to industrial mechanical equipment and piping systems
- Participate in studies, field work and detailed engineering mandates for brownfield and greenfield industrial projects
- Prepare mechanical and piping calculations, technical notes, specifications, datasheets, material lists, bills of materials and drawing markups under the supervision of experienced engineers
- Support the development of plans, specifications and technical deliverables in accordance with applicable codes, standards, project requirements and BBA quality procedures
- Work with designers and drafters to develop mechanical and piping drawings, layouts, details and construction support documents
- Participate in site visits, field data gathering, technical surveys, inspections, audits, construction support and commissioning support activities
- Assist senior engineers and project teams with technical evaluations, equipment selection, procurement support, proposal inputs and technical report writing
Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?
- Thirst to learn and excel
- Willingness to work together while having fun
- Efficient, both at the office and the work site
- Desire to be in the thick of the action
- Rigorous and ethical
Interest in solving the most complex challenges
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Summary of certifications and job requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
- Registered as an Engineer-in-Training with PEO, or eligible to register in Alberta
- From 0 to 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, piping, industrial projects or related technical work
- Strong interest in mechanical equipment, piping systems, material handling equipment, rotating equipment, tanks, heat exchangers, pumps and process utilities
- Ability to apply engineering fundamentals, perform calculations and develop technical documents with support from senior engineers
- Interest in OPEX, sustaining capital, brownfield, retrofit, feasibility and detailed engineering projects for industrial facilities
- Willingness to travel to client sites, participate in field reviews and work safely in industrial environments
- Good knowledge of MS Office Suite and ability to learn engineering software, databases and project delivery tools
- Strong written and spoken English skills to support collaboration with clients and BBA teams across Canada
- Asset: Knowledge of spoken and written French
Asset: internship, co-op or early career experience in mining, industrial facilities, process mechanics or consulting engineering
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An overview of BBA’s total rewards
- Annual base salary from $60,000 to $85,000
- Annual premium program for regular employees
- Onsite mobility premium
- Time bank
- Cellphone fee reimbursements
- Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
- Retirement savings plan
- Annual vacation and sick leave
Premium for employee referrals
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BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.
At BBA, you get many benefits
- Access to many experts and coaching
- A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
- Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!
- Custom training and development plans
- A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
- Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces
- A growing business with many opportunities
- An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness
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.
