Mechanical Engineer-in-Training

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia. 

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Our team promotes respect, diversity and inclusion and we provide support for professional development through mentoring programs and training opportunities. Our team is dynamic and collaborative - if this description fits what you are looking for in your career, please apply! 

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer-in-Training who will provide mechanical engineering support to the project team, ensuring that technical excellence, cost, schedule, and contractual requirements are achieved. This individual will work closely with the mechanical engineering team to ensure that working plans and technical drawings meet project specifications and goals.

If this description fits what you are looking for in your career, please apply! 

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical Engineering discipline or equivalent

0 - 4 years of Mechanical, Piping, Project Engineering or industrial facilities experience in the oil and gas or related industry.

Engineer-in-Training designation or eligible for registration with APEGA.

Knowledge of the ABSA design registration process, AB-525, and the Pressure Equipment Safety Regulation would be an asset.

Knowledge or experience conducting Fitness-for-Service evaluations per API-579 would be considered an asset.

Knowledge of asset reliability and piping replacement scope would be an asset.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite programs used to create reports and documents.

RESPONSIBILITES

Assist with the completion of mechanical engineering activities with the objective of meeting the defined contractual scope to the relevant codes, standards, and company procedures.

Assist in the creation of maximum allowable work pressure (MAWP) calculation, preparation of design pressure re-rate packages, preparation/review of Fitness-for-Service packages and updating Overpressure Protection by System Design (OPPSD) reports.

Assist in the preparation of design alteration and/or registration packages for submission to the Alberta Safety Authority (ABSA).

Assist in the creation and/or updating of engineering/project documents such as Requests for Information, Technical Specification Deviations, and a variety of other technical documentation.

Assist team with drafting and organizing technical drawings using engineering and design software.

Play an active role in team and internal stakeholder meetings.

Completion of other relevant engineering and support duties as required.

 COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Strong communication and collaboration skills. 

Client service oriented.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.

Analytical thinker and high attention to detail.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Proactive with an eagerness to learn.

Dependable self-starter.

POSITION CONDITIONS

Job is performed in an office environment; occasional travel may be required.

Employees must have the ability to work from home, though computers, monitors, mouse & keyboard, and monitors will be provided.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Work schedule: Work-life balance with flexible Mon – Fri work week schedule options.

Office: Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Membership fees are paid.  

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES 

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

*We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the number of applicants, only those moving to the next step in our recruitment process will be contacted.