Mechanical Project Engineer
Industrial Wastewater Treatment Equipment
About WESCOR
WESCOR designs and delivers wastewater treatment solutions for industrial, commercial, and municipal markets, specializing in technically challenging applications. Our capabilities span in-house equipment design and fabrication, turn-key treatment systems, and long-term field support. We are growing, and we are looking for engineers who want to grow with us.
The Opportunity
Join a collaborative team where you will take custom industrial wastewater treatment systems from concept through commissioning. This role blends hands-on mechanical design with direct client engagement and project ownership — ideal for an engineer who thrives on technical variety and accountability.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign Engineering
- Develop, analyze, and implement design solutions for industrial wastewater treatment equipment and systems, driving projects from concept to production.
- Perform analytical calculations covering applied mechanics, material strength, fluid dynamics, and tolerances.
- Select, specify, and procure build components; ensure appropriate material selection throughout.
- Create SolidWorks CAD models, assemblies, parts, and drawing packages for internal use and subcontractors.
- Produce customer-approval drawing packages including dimensional, G.A.s, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams.
- Author technical specification documents and maintain bill of materials, QA records, assembly records, manuals, and project files.
- Apply engineering techniques grounded in sound mechanical and scientific principles.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives; familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodology is an asset.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical equipment and systems.
Project Management
- Manage project schedules and budgets from award through delivery.
- Prepare detailed costing schedules and track project financials.
- Component selection, sourcing and procurement
- Communicate with sub-contractors providing necessary detail to ensure purchased components are completed on-time and to required specifications
- Liaise with clients and vendors throughout project lifecycle.
- Conduct pre-shipment equipment configuration and testing.
- Analyze client technical specifications and translate requirements into mechanical and process design solutions.
- Deliver project completion on-time and within budget
- Assist sales department with equipment recommendation, proposal and budget development
- Provide technical assistance to sales department, as needed
- Deliver project completion on-time and within budget
- Assist sales department with equipment recommendation, proposal and budget development
- Provide technical assistance to sales department, as needed
QualificationsEducation & Experience
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or P.Eng. designation in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience in a related manufacturing environment; preference for experience with mechanical design, machine build, custom stainless steel sheet metal fabrication, and water/wastewater treatment preferred.
- Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks CAD — modelling, drawing, parts, assemblies, and simulations.
- Strong working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, sheet metal design, welding, machining, and standard GD&T.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Visio.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills — able to convey technical information to clients, contractors, and field staff.
- Excellent documentation habits; ability to maintain organized, complete project files.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Self-directed and comfortable working with minimal supervision.
- Collaborative, client-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence; willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Compensation
- Salary commensurate with experience and qualification level.
Why Join WESCOR
This role offers real ownership — you will see your designs built, tested, and deployed in the field. WESCOR is at an exciting stage of growth, and this position offers genuine opportunity for advancement for the right individual who brings both technical depth and a desire to contribute to the broader success of the business.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
