Posted 22 days ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Defence Sector
@ AtkinsRéalis
Bedford, NS · Vancouver, BC · Québec, QC · Winnipeg, MB · Ottawa, ON +3
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Mechanical Engineering Group to design and deliver National Defence building and base infrastructure projects across Canada. The role leads mechanical engineering scope, schedule and budget, manages and mentors staff, and contributes to proposals. The posting states a hybrid working culture, a salary range of $135,000 to $160,000 for British Columbia only, and the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
Pay:
$135,000–$160,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical engineering scope, schedule and budget on defence projects
- Resolve complex design and execution issues with innovative solutions
- Manage, mentor and recruit mechanical staff
- Provide technical guidance and quality assurance to mechanical staff
- Prepare or coordinate estimates and project proposals
Requirements summary:
- Mechanical engineering university degree and P.Eng registration
- 10+ years of design experience, including National Defence projects
- Experience selecting and specifying mechanical building systems
- Working knowledge of building codes and industry standards
- Consulting environment experience managing time, resources and budget
- Ability to obtain CISD Level II (SECRET) clearance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering |
| Security clearance | Secret |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Paid training |
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AtkinsRéalis
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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---
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- 455 René-Lévesque Blvd W, Montreal, QC H2Z 1Z3, CA
- Business categories
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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Montreal, QC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
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Job Description
Overview
Our Mechanical Engineering Group in Atlantic Canada is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team based in one of our available office locations in either Halifax, Ottawa, Toronto-GTA, Sudbury, Winnipeg, Calgary or Vancouver. In this role you will be responsible for the design and execution of projects with a focus on serving our National Defence Portfolio for upgrade and expansion of buildings and related base infrastructure across Canada. Subject matter expertise in mechanical building systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, building automation and sustainable building initiatives will set you apart. Project experience should include training centers, vehicle and fleet maintenance, research laboratories, operational headquarters, personnel accommodation and ancillary facilities. Infrastructure experience with Energy Centre’s, district energy distribution, piped site utilities for industrial liquid and gases will be an additional asset. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and maintaining new and existing clients, coordinating skill sets with other offices and disciplines, and satisfying customer requirements.
Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.
Your role
- Lead role for the mechanical engineering commitments in accordance with scope, schedule, budget and procedures to ensure successful project completion.
- Resolving complex design/project execution issues through the development of innovative solutions as required. Apply Project Management principles on management of own projects and of team members.
- Manage mechanical staff resources assigned to projects, mentor continuous development and participate in opportunities to recruit new team members.
- Providing technical guidance and quality assurance to mechanical staff to ensure the technical adequacy of mechanical engineering project work.
- Participating in the preparation of estimates and project proposals (or coordinating resources to do so) and approving the estimates for Mechanical Engineering.
About you
- University Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) with eligible for registration with multiple provinces in Canada.
- 10+ years of relevant design experience a must with significant exposure to National Defence projects. Must have experience in selection and specification of mechanical building system and related site utilities. Working knowledge of all applicable building codes and industry standards.
- Experience in a consulting engineering environment, managing time, resources, and budget allocations.
- Strong client focus, including taking initiatives for Business Development, Marketing, and responding to RFPs.
- Willing to occasionally travel to project sites within Canada.
- Ability to obtain CISD Level II (SECRET) Clearance.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.
Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $135,000 - $160,000 annually (Only Applicable to British Columbia). Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.
Worker Type
EmployeeJob Type
RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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