Mechanical Engineer-in-Training

CBCL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer-in-Training to join our Industrial Services team, with a focus on supporting industrial pulp and paper projects across Atlantic Canada!

Join us and build your engineering career by working alongside experienced mechanical, process, civil, and structural professionals on challenging industrial projects. In this role, you will support practical, sustainable engineering solutions for pulp and paper facilities while developing your technical skills in a collaborative consulting environment.

As our ideal candidate, you are an early-career mechanical engineer who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within an established industrial team. You bring a strong technical foundation, curiosity about industrial operations, and an interest in mechanical systems used in pulp and paper environments, such as piping, pumps, tanks, heat exchangers, pressure systems, ventilation, material handling, utilities, and process support systems. You are motivated, detail-oriented, and excited to work with engineers and technologists to deliver thoughtful, client-focused design solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and delivery of industrial mechanical projects for pulp and paper facilities, including upgrades, equipment replacements, process support systems, and plant infrastructure improvements;
• Assist with calculations, equipment layouts, piping design, specifications, reports, cost estimates, and technical memoranda under the guidance of senior engineers;
• Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to coordinate mechanical design requirements with process, electrical, civil, structural, and environmental considerations;
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, and construction reviews to observe existing conditions, document findings, and support design development;
• Develop working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, safety practices, and industry requirements related to industrial mechanical systems;
• Support construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to requests for information, and helping confirm that work aligns with design intent;
• Assist with commissioning, start-up support, and troubleshooting activities for industrial mechanical systems; and
• Prepare clear technical documentation, meeting notes, reports, and presentations for internal and client use.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering is required, with registration or eligibility for registration as an Engineer-in-Training with APEGNB;
• Previous co-op, internship, or early-career experience in consulting engineering, industrial environments, manufacturing, pulp and paper, or related mechanical systems would be considered an asset;
• Interest in industrial mechanical design, including piping systems, pumping systems, tanks, pressure equipment, utilities, and process support infrastructure;
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar modelling/design software would be considered an asset;
• Detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn, with a positive team-focused attitude;
• Ability to manage priorities, ask thoughtful questions, and work effectively in a deadline-driven project environment;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with colleagues, clients, contractors, and vendors; and
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to industrial job sites within Atlantic Canada.

You are welcome to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible hours and locationsto support work/life balance, including hybrid solutions; 
• Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoringopportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.