The Mechanical Package Engineer will design, specify, and evaluate mechanical equipment for oil and gas projects, ensure compliance with safety standards, and coordinate with vendors and engineering teams.
Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a leading Calgary-based EPCM firm known for delivering innovative facility design and engineering solutions across natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil, carbon capture, and emerging energy sectors. We partner with top energy producers across Canada and internationally, helping them build safe, efficient, and sustainable energy facilities.
Equinox is seeking a Mechanical Package Engineer who brings strong technical expertise, sound engineering judgment, and a collaborative approach to project execution. In this role, you will be responsible for the specification, evaluation, procurement, and management of critical mechanical equipment and packaged systems across a diverse portfolio of oil and gas projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the successful delivery of world-class energy facilities.
Why Join Equinox?
- Work on diverse and technically challenging natural gas, oil, and heavy oil facility projects.
- Be part of a people-focused culture that values technical excellence, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with experienced engineering professionals across multiple disciplines.
- Contribute to projects from concept development through detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment designed for long-term career growth and development.
What You’ll Do
As a Mechanical Package Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective selection and implementation of mechanical equipment and packaged systems.
Technical Engineering & Equipment Management
Technical Engineering & Equipment Management
- Interpret and implement client, industry, and Equinox specifications and standards.
- Specify, evaluate, and select gas processing equipment and packaged systems, including:
- Amine packages
- Dehydration packages
- Refrigeration systems
- Compressors
- Pumps
- Separators
- Flare systems
- Storage tanks
- Other auxiliary mechanical equipment
- Prepare equipment purchase packages, including material requisitions, technical specifications, and equipment datasheets.
- Conduct technical bid evaluations and provide recommendations for equipment selection.
- Review and provide technical feedback on vendor drawings, documents, and calculations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
Vendor & Procurement Support
- Manage equipment vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate vendor reviews, inspections, and quality surveillance activities.
- Support procurement activities by providing timely technical evaluations and recommendations.
- Liaise with suppliers to resolve technical issues and ensure delivery expectations are achieved.
Multidiscipline Collaboration
- Coordinate closely with Process, Piping, Instrumentation, Structural, Electrical, Procurement, and Project Management teams.
- Contribute to the development and review of P&IDs and other engineering deliverables.
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions to support integrated project execution.
- Interface with both internal and external clients regarding packaged equipment requirements and technical matters.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Ensure safety, environmental, and quality requirements are incorporated into equipment and package design.
- Verify that equipment solutions meet applicable industry codes, regulations, and project specifications.
- Support quality assurance processes throughout equipment design, procurement, and fabrication.
About You
You are a motivated and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. You bring:
- A Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited institution.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation registered with APEGA.
- Minimum 8 years of oil and gas industry experience.
- Experience working within an EPCM environment.
- Strong knowledge of rotating and static equipment.
- Experience developing specifications and technical requirements for packaged equipment.
- Proven ability to technically evaluate packaged and mechanical equipment solutions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Effective coordination and teamwork abilities.
- Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards, including:
- ASME
- API
- CSA
- ABSA
- Other relevant industry requirements
Preferred
- Experience acting as a Mechanical Lead on small or fast-track projects.
- Gas processing facility experience.
- Experience supporting equipment procurement and vendor management activities.
- Familiarity with commissioning and start-up support.
Ready to Apply?
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions, enjoy working in a collaborative project environment, and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to innovative energy projects, we would love to hear from you.
About
Established in 1997, Equinox is a distinguished EPCM service provider globally. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes Sweet and Sour Gas Processing Facilities, Heavy and Conventional Oil Production, Steam Pipeline Systems, and an increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facilities and pipelines, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, and Landfill Gas (LFG) initiatives.
Equinox Engineering Ltd. Calgary, Alberta, CAN Office
Calgary, Canada
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