Mechanical Engineer-Structural Weldments

About us

HMFT Inc. is a leader in the distribution of industrial fluid handling products. With market‑focused experts applying the highest‑quality product lines and branches strategically located across the country, we serve all major Canadian industries, including industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, power generation, and pulp and paper.

Position Overview

We are seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) to lead the structural and mechanical design of pump baseplates and pump-motor skid systems for HMFT's Pumps Division. This is a senior engineering role that carries full accountability as the Responsible Member (RM) for HMFT's APEGA Permit to Practice.

The Mechanical Engineer-Structural Weldments will develop, implement, and maintain the Professional Practice Management Plan (PPMP) and will authenticate all structural-weldment professional work products on behalf of HMFT. The position reports to the Manager, Technical Sales – Pumps, and collaborates with internal technical teams and third-party engineering partners.

Work Location

This role is based in Calgary or Edmonton and requires occasional cross‑border travel to the United States. Successful candidates must be legally authorized to enter the U.S. for work‑related travel and independently meet all applicable travel and immigration requirements.

Requirements

• Education & Designation: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Active P.Eng. registration with APEGA is mandatory. Minimum 6-10 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience, with demonstrated experience in pump systems, rotating equipment, or industrial fluid handling.
• Prior experience as, or readiness to serve as, an APEGA Responsible Member is strongly preferred.
• Strong expertise in structural and mechanical design of pump baseplates, skids, and related rotating equipment support structures.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software — Onshape preferred (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or equivalent acceptable); strong AutoCAD skills for equipment layouts and P&ID drawings.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant standards considered an asset:
• ASME Y14.5, ASME BTH-1, W59
• Industry relevant: ASTM, API or AISC standards
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of NetSuite ERP considered a strong asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to engage confidently with customers, suppliers, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrated project management experience; PMP designation considered an asset.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturers and customer sites as required.
• Ability to travel to the U.S. for training (valid passport and/or visa required)

What We Offer

• Full-Time position (40 hours/week)
• Competitive salary and bonus structure, health and dental benefits, and pension plan.
• Positive work culture, opportunities for growth and development.
• Career growth in a stable, growing organization. People build long-term careers here; our average employee tenure is 10.63 years!
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading products and customers on a variety of projects.

HMFT welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request to support candidates throughout all stages of the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Company pension
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Application question(s)

• Are you legally authorized to enter the U.S. for work related travel (passport and/or visa up to date)?
• Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to Calgary, AB (or Edmonton, AB)?
• Do you have a valid work permit to work in Canada?
• Have you ever been officially registered as a Responsible Member (RM) under an APEGA Permit to Practice?
• Do you have at least 6-10 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience?
• Do you have experience implementing or maintaining a Professional Practice Management Plan (PPMP)?
• Do you have experience in the structural and mechanical design of pump baseplates, skids, and related rotating equipment support structures?
• Are you proficient with 3D CAD Software (Onshape, SolidWorks, Creo, or Inventor)?

Licence/Certification

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation (required)

Work Location: In person