Engineer, Mechanical

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada .

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline

October 27th, 2026

What we offer

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

• We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
• We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

Reporting to the Senior Engineer Supervisor, the Engineer, Mechanical, Water Operations, is focused on design, troubleshooting and optimization of water treatment facilities in the Elk Valley, supporting a rapidly expanding operations team.

This is a great opportunity to join a team of hardworking professionals in a growing and technically advancing field. The technology we are using represents some of the most sophisticated selenium, nitrate, and sulphate removal technology in the world, working to advance the objectives of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan.

To be successful, we are looking for a highly motivated and resourceful leader with strong learning agility and exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, problem-solving, troubleshooting, decision-making, analytical, and organizational abilities, and will be able to adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment while working collaboratively with nominal supervision. This role requires a strategic thinker who can keep pace with change and innovation and effectively engage with professionals across departments and at varying levels of the organization.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

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Benefits: Two Annual Bonus Plans

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account
• Relocation Assistance

In this role you will: Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies

• Work as part of a highly collaborative team focused on delivering value and sharing best practices across Water Operations
• Provide visible felt leadership through frequent engagement with operational personnel
• Prepare and review conceptual and detailed designs, including mechanical/process drawings, equipment specifications, and control narratives
• Participate in operational risk assessments, including Management of Change (MOC) and HAZOP
• Manage capital and operational projects, considering material requirements, timing, economic justification, and budget constraints
• Lead and execute MOCs to support safe and efficient facility operations
• Analyze data from assigned operations and projects and make recommendations for improvement through regular presentations

Develop test plans, provide oversight, and actively participate in test execution, including developing operating work instructions with Operations, managing and analyzing test results, and documenting results through formal reports

Participate in rotational assignments within the Maintenance Department as part of career development, providing exposure to Reliability Engineering and Maintenance Planning

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, or civil engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Three to Five years of relevant work experience; experience focused on water treatment is considered an asset

Proven expertise in plant hydraulic analysis and the selection and sizing of process equipment, including vessels, tanks, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, mixers, valves, and piping

P.Eng designation, or ability to register with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) considered an asset

Hands-on operational experience, advanced knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics, and practical automation knowledge, including control narratives, alarm and setpoint lists, and cause-and-effect diagrams, are strong assets

• Experience in heavy industry and a related graduate degree are considered assets
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
• \n Salary: $108,000 - $145,000 CAD/year
• The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

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About EVR

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