Career Opportunity

Mechanical Engineer – Green Hydrogen Production Facility

Job Type: Mechanical Engineer – Green Hydrogen Production Facility

Location: Lillooet

Position Overview

We are Salish Elements, an Indigenous-owned hydrogen company making reliable and regenerative hydrogen (rH2) fuel supply a reality in British Columbia. Our mission is to work with First Nations and become leaders in a global shift to green energy; advancing an equitable, regenerative economy that serves the lands, waters, and people. For the last 3 years, we have been developing our core market-offering, rH2, and are now working toward construction of our first hydrogen production utility. We need your expertise to continue to grow.

Salish Elements is developing an innovative high-performance in-house engineering team, and is seeking a mechanical project engineer who can adapt to a high-pressure innovative engineering environment, and thrives in taking ownership and responsibility.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Project Engineer (P.Eng.) to support the design and execution of a cutting-edge green hydrogen production facility, Liquid Hydrogen distribution systems, fuel-cell end use systems, and fueling stations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing equipment packages, piping systems, and mechanical specifications, working directly with vendors and coordinating across multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective project delivery.

What We Offer

The opportunity to take direct design responsibility for cutting-edge hydrogen projects.
A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Professional growth in a fast-growing renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment & Package Development

Develop equipment and package specifications (electrolyzers, fuel cells, vaporizers, rotating equipment, static vessels, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, etc.).
Lead vendor engagement: prepare RFQs, evaluate bids, review vendor data sheets, and ensure compliance with project standards.
Coordinate vendor technical queries and responses across all disciplines (process, electrical, civil/structural, controls).
Manage vendor data integration into project design deliverables (P&IDs, 3D models, datasheets).

Mechanical & Piping Engineering

Prepare mechanical and piping design documents, specifications, and standards in accordance with project codes and practices (ASME, API, CSA, CGA, etc.).
Perform mechanical equipment sizing and preliminary calculations for piping, valves, pumps, and support systems.
Support development of piping layouts, stress analysis, and material specifications in collaboration with design teams.
Ensure designs meet hydrogen-specific safety codes, cryogenic handling standards, and hazardous area classifications.

Project Engineering & Coordination

Act as the mechanical engineering lead within integrated project teams.
Interface with process engineers on equipment design basis and H&M balance.
Collaborate with electrical and civil engineers to align utility requirements, foundation loads, and tie-ins.
Participate in HAZOP, 3D model reviews, and design safety assessments.
Provide input into project schedules, procurement strategies, and cost estimates.

Execution Support

Review vendor manufacturing drawings, witness factory acceptance tests (FATs), and ensure quality assurance.
Support construction, installation, and commissioning activities, resolving technical issues as they arise.
Ensure proper documentation and turnover packages are delivered for mechanical systems.

Qualifications, Preferred Skills & Experience

Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Mechanical Engineering (required).
5–10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in industrial facilities (energy, oil & gas, chemical, hydrogen preferred).
Knowledge of electrolyzer systems, fuel cells and liquefaction systems is an asset
Ability to work in a high pressure, high performance environment
Strong background in equipment package design, piping engineering, and multidisciplinary coordination.
Experience working with vendors, preparing specifications, and reviewing technical submittals.
Familiarity with hydrogen technologies, cryogenics (liquid hydrogen/LH₂), and applicable codes/standards is an asset.
Excellent communication, vendor management, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

Hydrogen fuel cell systems and industrial hydrogen end-use applications.
Pipeline and refueling infrastructure design.
Experience in scaling up new/renewable energy technologies.