Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Are you a seasoned mechanical engineer with a wealth of experience in the Commercial and Institutional construction sector Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team. With a robust background encompassing over 10 years of handson experience in mechanical engineering design the ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to contribute to our projects. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of mechanical design and thrive in a collaborative and challenging environment we invite you to apply and be an integral part of a forwardthinking team.

Job Description

• Lead the detailed design of various sizes of projects and delegate specific tasks or scopes to other team members.
• Supervise mechanical designers and intermediate mechanical designers.
• Provide technical guidance to clients and other project subconsultants.
• Mentor and supervise Mechanical Designers Intermediate Mechanical Designers and Intermediate Mechanical Engineers and review their work prior to submitting to Project Managers Associates and Principals.
• Attend design and coordination meetings as required.
• Have a strong understanding of construction and perform construction site reviews when required.
• Preparation of schematic design and design development reports.
• Analyze client design proposals and specifications to determine the most appropriate and cost effective design solutions.
• Selection of mechanical equipment working with suppliers and manufacturer’s representatives.
• Preparation of schematic design design development and construction drawings.
• Preparation of either book or drawing mechanical specifications.
• Peer review of other colleague’s drawings and design.
• Provide complete fully reviewed projects to Project Manager for final review.
• Coordination of mechanical systems and design with other disciplines.
• Determining project design and drafting hours required to complete a project and communicate the resources required to meet the project deadlines to the Project Manager.
• Identify and address the need for additional services and fees to the Project Manager in a timely fashion.
• Maintain project schedules and project budgets to track work progress and manpower resource utilization with assistance from the Project Manager.
• Assist the contract administration team with the review of shop drawings responses to RFIs design changes and associated costs.
• Strive to accomplish company goals of highquality workmanship and project timelines through the continual improvement of workflows and design standards.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 10 years experience as a Professional Engineer: P. Eng. or PE in the jurisdiction in which they are working.
• Detailed understanding of all building systems including architectural structural civil electrical and fire and how they impact and are impacted by the mechanical systems. Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of current codes and standards such as the applicable plumbing and building codes.
• Excellent written skills and understanding of software programs (Microsoft Word Bluebeam AutoCAD REVIT etc.).
• Understanding of financials as they apply to projects: Work backlog Work in progress (WIP) project costs vs budgets.
• Ability to schedule mentor and manage project teams of 1 to 3 people on 2 or more concurrent projects depending on size and complexity.

Benefits of this role:

• Career Progression & Mentorship with one of Canadas best in class Engineering Firms!
• Industry leading group benefits program (Medical Dental Disability and much more)
• Flexible work environment including Flex Time Off
• Company Events (Annual Christmas Party Summer BBQs Team Building Events and much more!)
• Tuition & Professional Dues reimbursement incentive program
• Annual Employee Spending Account with annual allocation options: Health Spending Account(HSA)/Taxfree Savings Account(TFSA)/RRSP or Wellness spending account!