Senior Mechanical Engineer (Winnipeg)

KGS Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Hydro-Mechanical team in Winnipeg, MB.About UsWe are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.The RoleIn this opportunity, you will have the ability to complete and manage a variety of small to large mechanical engineering projects and provide effective design solutions for multi-disciplinary projects. This position offers significant opportunity for professional growth including but not limited to managing multi-disciplinary projects, client interaction, business development, and much more depending on your skillset and ambitions.Your Key Responsibilities:Designing modifications to, or entirely new, balance of plant mechanical systems related to water control structures and hydroelectric generating stations. This may include the development of new hydroelectric stations.Working as the owner’s engineer on large water infrastructure projects.Your Mechanical Engineering background is key to the role, but ability to demonstrate competency in a multidiscipline environment would be a strong asset.Preparation and review of reports.Working collaboratively with other disciplines to execute project deliverables, as well as ensuring that quality objectives, schedules and budgets are met.Pursuing new business opportunities with new and existing clients.Managing and mentoring junior and intermediate staff.About YouTo fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant to bring forward a good mix of qualifications and previous experiences. Some highlights could include:Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from a recognized university; a post-graduate degree would be an asset.Minimum of 8 years of experience, 12+ years preferred, in mechanical engineering with demonstrated project management skills (client communication, team coordination, tracking budgets and meeting schedules).Must be registered or eligible for registration as a professional engineer in Manitoba, as well as other Canadian provinces.Previous consulting experience and experience in the hydroelectric field are preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.Candidate must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.Demonstrated experience in site inspections, condition assessments, design and construction support are preferred.Experience with some of the following aspects of mechanical engineering: cranes and hoists, water control gates, turbines, generators, ventilation/HVAC, compressed air systems, drainage systems, oil/water separators, fire protection in generating stations are preferred but other types of mechanical design experience will also be considered.Travel to project sites is usually limited but is required depending on project/client requirements.Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks. KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr