Senior Engineer, Mechanical

Senior Engineer, Mechanical –
Aecon Group Inc.

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partner every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

• Safety Always
  . Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity
  . We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability
  . We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion
  . We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our people, just like they invest in us! We support mental, emotional, and physical well‑being, build careers through training programs, and promote inclusive work environments.

At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable, and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations.

In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc. Aecon and United have a proven working relationship and the United team continues to operate as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Sr. Mechanical Engineer with experience supporting Power Generation Projects in our Mt. Laurel, NJ office. Responsibilities include managing the mechanical engineering and design effort on major power projects from conception to construction and final project close‑out.

• Function as the mechanical discipline lead on a project.
• Serve as the mechanical engineer of record for assigned projects, using your professional engineering license to sign and seal mechanical drawings developed under your supervision.
• Develop mechanical calculations, reports, studies, specifications, and design drawing such as equipment arrangement, PFD, AFD, P&IDs, and isometric drawings for water, steam, air, gas, oil systems.
• Coordinate an interdisciplinary team of engineers and designers to complete project tasks on schedule and on budget.
• Review relevant codes, design documents, specifications, and construction documents to support project development.
• Develop material and work‑hour estimates as well as engineering and design schedules.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the design of mechanical systems for conventional generation (fossil‑fueled) power plants.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering leadership position.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from a four‑year accredited college or university.
• Experience with industry‑standard engineering software such as AFT Fathom and AFT Arrow, etc.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with multidisciplinary engineers and designers.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the U.S.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is an asset.
• Experience in HVAC and fire protection design is an asset.
• Experience with Autodesk Plant3D is an asset.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Mid – Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Industry

Construction

Location:

Mt. Laurel, NJ