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About the role
We are looking for a talented intermediate process mechanical engineer focused on the planning and engineering design of municipal and industrial water/wastewater conveyance projects who wants to be part of a purpose-driven organization that’s focused on helping our clients, colleagues and communities thrive. In this role, you will join the Burnaby, British Columbia office, supporting projects in across British Columbia as well as throughout Western Canada. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and expertise within a culture that values inclusion, celebrates shared success, and applauds ambition.
This position is well suited to someone who enjoys solving hydraulic and mechanical design problems, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to projects from concept development through detailed design, construction support, commissioning, and start-up. The successful candidate will prepare calculations, technical memoranda, drawings, specifications, and design reports, and will support equipment selection for pumps, valves, piping, and related systems.
Projects assigned may be broad, varied and diverse in scope. Our group is involved in a wide range of water, wastewater and stormwater conveyance infrastructure projects including everything from small wastewater lift stations, drinking water booster pump stations and large drainage pump stations. You will primarily be working on water and wastewater conveyance, storage and pumping station related projects through collaboration with a wide range of technical disciplines.
We are seeking someone who is technically curious, organized, collaborative, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned design tasks. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and an interest in developing deeper expertise in pump station and conveyance design are important for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Pump Station & Conveyance Design
Design water, wastewater, and stormwater pump stations (lift stations, booster stations, drainage stations)
Perform hydraulic calculations and modeling, including system head curves and surge considerations
Size and select pumps, valves, piping systems, and mechanical equipment
Develop pump station layouts (wet wells, intakes, discharge systems)
Engineering Analysis & Documentation
Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design briefs, and feasibility studies
Develop drawings and specifications for construction packages
Support hydraulic modeling of transmission mains and conveyance networks
Project Delivery
Contribute to projects from concept through detailed design and construction
Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and controls disciplines
Support development of cost estimates, schedules, and design deliverables
Construction & Field Support
Review shop drawings and submittals
Respond to RFIs and site issues
Conduct site visits, condition assessments, and commissioning support
Team & Client Collaboration
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
Provide technical guidance to junior staff and designers
Participate in client meetings and technical discussions
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