Mechanical Plant Layout Designer

Overview

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. We are seeking creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals to help us Build a Better World.

Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, career empowerment, and championing innovative and sustainable solutions for clients, this opportunity may be for you.

Job Description

The senior Mechanical Plant Layout Designer is responsible for developing, coordinating, and revising 2D/3D plant layouts and mechanical equipment arrangements for heavy industrial facilities and mining projects. Working within a multidisciplinary EPC environment, the designer ensures layouts are safe, constructible, cost-effective, and aligned with project standards and client requirements. This role collaborates closely with mechanical engineers, piping designers, civil/structural teams, and project management to deliver high-quality design packages during FEED, detailed engineering, and construction phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and modify 2D/3D plant models using tools such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Smart Plant 3D.
• Create equipment layout drawings, general arrangement (GA) drawings, and layout plans.
• Ensure safe and accessible equipment placement considering maintenance clearance, operability, and safety regulations.
• Work with mechanical engineers to position rotating and static equipment, including pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, filters, and packaged equipment.
• Interpret vendor drawings, equipment data sheets, and technical specifications to accurately model and place equipment.
• Develop tie-in points, equipment nozzles, and interface details needed for piping routing.
• Interface with piping, structural, electrical, HVAC, and civil teams to maintain discipline alignment in the plant model.
• Participate in model reviews (30%, 60%, 90%) and update the model based on interdisciplinary comments.
• Coordinate layout solutions that support constructability, modularization, and site installation strategies.
• Produce 2D deliverables.
• Develop material take-offs (MTOs) and ensure adherence to project and client drafting standards.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes (ASME, API, CSA), safety requirements, and EPC guidelines.
• Review layouts for quality, accuracy, accessibility, and consistency with design intent and standards.

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited two-year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and twenty (20) years of work-related experience, or a combination of education and related experience equal to twenty-two (22) years if non-degreed. Some locations may have additional or different qualifications to comply with local requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors.
• Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.
• Knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials.
• Practical field experience.
• Intermediate computer and software skills, including word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet, and electronic presentation programs.

Other Job Requirements

• SP3D, E3D/PDMS, Smart Plant 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation.
• Ability to perform clash checks and participate in model review sessions.

Preferred Qualifications

Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive compensation packages and comprehensive benefits, including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top-up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and more. Fluor also supports employee resource groups to foster professional and personal growth, wellness, and community involvement.

Fluor supports overall wellness across mental, physical, financial, and social pillars. We foster a healthy, inclusive, and psychologically safe workplace through knowledge sharing and communication with measurable outcomes.

Work Schedule and Compensation

Compressed work schedule: Fluor Canada offices offer every second Friday off. Salary is based on experience with a range of $110,500.00 – $204,500.00. The market rate is typically at the mid-point of the salary range, with final salary determined by qualifications, experience, location, internal pay equity, and market conditions.

Hiring Process and Notice

Fluor uses artificial intelligence (AI) in its hiring process to review applications and identify qualified candidates. More information is available in our Applicant Notice on the recruiting platform. Notice to Candidates: offers may be conditional upon consent and clearance of a satisfactory background check as permitted by law, including criminal records, education verification, professional registration, employment history, and references.

While qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, please check our website for other related positions as they are posted. Are you ready to join us? We look forward to hearing from you today!