Intermediate Process Engineer Jobs in British Columbia

Saltworks Technologies is a leading Canadian cleantech company solving two of the world's most pressing challenges: water sustainability and critical minerals supply. We design and build advanced industrial water treatment and lithium refining systems for global leaders in semiconductors, mining, automotive, and industrial processing.

Saltworks is a 2025 Technology Fast 50 company and EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner. We lead our industry in adopting and developing AI across our products, projects, and operations. Join us and build skills defining the next era of engineering and industrial systems.

The role:
Join our team as an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer and take a leading role in the design and development of our advanced systems. Reporting to the Plant Engineering Team Lead, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, gaining mentorship from experienced leaders while contributing your own expertise. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-driven, and thrives on solving complex challenges.
At Saltworks, Mechanical Engineers in the Plant Design team make a meaningful impact by:

• Translating process designs into code-compliant, fabrication-ready mechanical systems using a variety of tools such as Plant3D, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Solidworks.
• Participating in collaborative design sessions with multi-disciplinary teams, while identifying risks and opportunities along the way.
• Preparing fabrication drawings using GD&T and maintaining engineering documentation.
• Supporting Production by providing clear documentation and assisting with troubleshooting and design updates as needed.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of CAD standards, templates, and design practices.
• Taking ownership of assigned design tasks and supporting projects through fabrication and implementation.

• A degree in Mechanical or Integrated Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• P.Eng. registration (or eligibility) through EGBC or another Canadian regulator.
• Proficiency using SolidWorks and/or Plant 3D for mechanical and plant design. 
• Experience working on plant-scale systems.
• Industrial piping design experience and familiarity with ASME B31.3, BPVC, and CSA B51-14 standards, pipe stress analysis, and skidded piping design.
• Familiarity with industrial plant design and P&IDs.
• Exposure to PLM and ERP systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a desire to work in a highly collaborative engineering environment.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to support hands-on work as needed.
• Ability to travel occasionally within North America as required.

• Advanced SolidWorks capabilities (sheet metal, large assemblies, PDM).
• Structural frame or high-pressure stainless steel piping design.

Why join Saltworks?

At Saltworks, you'll collaborate with talented colleagues to solve complex, real-world problems – designing and delivering innovative water treatment and lithium refining systems for some of the world's most recognized companies. Every team member contributes meaningfully, from early-stage development through field deployment.
Saltworks is investing intentionally in artificial intelligence for engineering and technical work. Engineering offers one of the longest runways for AI-driven productivity and automation, and Saltworks aims to be at the forefront of this shift. We provide the training, computational capacity, and practical tools needed for engineers and technical professionals to apply AI meaningfully in their work.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, RRSP matching, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and an education allowance.
• Culture built on safety, innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Collaborative, cross-functional team environment where every member contributes to project outcomes.
• Regular social activities and company events.

How to apply:

If you would like to join the Saltworks team, please submit your resume (cover letters are not required).
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential.
Kindly, no recruiters.
Salary: Negotiable based on your experience, qualifications, and alignment with comparable roles internally.

Location: 13800 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A8

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