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Mechanical Layout Designer

WSP Sudbury, ON On-site senior full-time

Salary

$77,400 – $102,500 per year

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Description

As a Mechanical Layout Designer at WSP, you will play a key role in designing and optimizing layouts for heavy industrial projects.

You will collaborate across teams and gain hands-on experience preparing 3D models and layout arrangements for plant upgrades and new facilities, reviewing drawings and designs, developing process diagrams, site plans, and details.

In this role, you will:

  • Prepare 3D models and layout general arrangements for existing plant upgrades and new facilities
  • Review vendor drawings to ensure conformity with engineering designs prior to fabrication
  • Prepare design calculations and design briefs
  • Prepare design sketches
  • Conduct trade-off studies and prepare reports
  • Participate in field engineering assignments
  • Prepare all design work related to layout general arrangements and equipment model development
  • Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure timely and accurate flow of design information while maintaining departmental and client standards
  • Maintain and revise equipment libraries, department standards, and procedures
  • Attend model reviews

The Skills That Set You Apart:

  • College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent;
  • 8+ years experience in mechanical engineering design specifically with experience in layout design for heavy industrial and/or mining projects;
  • Strong understanding of mechanical equipment installation requirements in the field;
  • Must have consulting experience;
  • Proven experience with Plant3D, Revit, Microstation, SolidEdge, and SmartPlant;
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal);
  • French language skills (written and verbal) an asset;
  • Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to perform design engineering;
  • Strong critical thinking skills and an ability to problem-solve effectively.

Why Choose WSP?

  • Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition,because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation:

  • BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU: $77,400 – $102,500
  • MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200
  • Atlantic Provinces & QC: $69,900 – $92,900

Skills

Required

  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • layout design
  • heavy industrial
  • mining projects
  • Plant3D
  • Revit
  • Microstation
  • SolidEdge
  • SmartPlant
  • French

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/91080

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