Senior Mechanical Engineer, Material Handling (Sudbury)

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose . Growth . Opportunity . People who get it . We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers . We are WSP. The Opportunity Innovate and Lead — In this role, you will be at the forefront of innovation, collaborating on transformative projects that push the boundaries of what is possible. If you are looking for a challenge that offers both career growth and the chance to make an impact, this is the opportunity for you. Design the systems that keep mining moving. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Material Handling based in Sudbury, Ontario, you will lead mechanical and bulk material handling engineering for mining and mineral processing projects. You will shape practical layouts and equipment solutions, guide multidisciplinary integration, and support projects from early studies through procurement, construction, and commissioning. You will strengthen WSP’s local delivery capability while connecting with multidisciplinary mining specialists across Canada and around the world. This is an opportunity to contribute to long-term programs across multiple clients and project stages while helping shape a growing Northern Ontario team. #CASudburyMiningJobs #GlobalMining Your Impact Lead the design and technical evaluation of material handling systems, including conveyors, feeders, crushers, bins, hoppers, chutes, stackers, reclaimers, and related equipment. Develop design criteria, calculations, equipment specifications, datasheets, layouts, reports, technical bid evaluations, and procurement packages. Perform or oversee equipment sizing, capacity checks, material flow assessments, and mechanical design reviews. Coordinate equipment arrangements and interfaces with process, structural, electrical, controls, piping, civil, and vendor teams. Lead vendor coordination, technical clarifications, shop drawing reviews, inspections, equipment acceptance, and reviews for constructability, maintainability, operability, safety, and access. Provide field engineering, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting support while mentoring engineers and designers and contributing to planning, proposals, estimates, and client relationships. The Skills That Set You Apart A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Professional Engineer registration in Ontario, or eligibility to obtain registration. Strong experience in bulk material handling, mineral processing, or heavy industrial mechanical systems. Experience across studies, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and field execution. Practical knowledge of conveyors and associated equipment, equipment sizing, vendor packages, and multidisciplinary plant integration. Ability to lead technical decisions, reviews, vendor coordination, client discussions, and safe, maintainable, constructible design. Experience with underground and surface ore handling systems and brownfield plant upgrades is preferred. Experience with equipment specifications, capital and operating cost inputs, commissioning, or operational troubleshooting is preferred. Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home . 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. #WeAreWSP Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000 MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 - $124,900 Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. Keep the North moving from concept to commissioning Bring practical mechanical leadership to the systems that move ore, connect processes, and keep mining operations productive. Shape solutions—and a local team—built for the realities of the field.