An opportunity exists in Stantec's Ottawa, ON office for a highly motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role you will be working within a mechanical engineering team towards the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on industrial, healthcare, commercial and educational projects.
Responsibilities:
As the successful candidate, your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Completing work under the supervision and guidance of a senior engineer.
- Assisting in the design of building-related mechanical systems including HVAC, Hydronics, Plumbing, Fuels, Industrial Ventilation, Controls, and Fire Protection systems using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
- Preparing detailed engineering design calculations.
- Preparing contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to construction.
- Producing mechanical drawings in REVIT MEP and in AutoCAD.
- Writing reports analyzing mechanical problems and providing engineering solutions and recommendations.
- Reviewing equipment selections, perform preliminary engineering calculations, and develop preliminary designs.
- Facilitating and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.
- Following production guidelines and project standards to Stantec and Client drafting guidelines.
- Reviewing shop drawings and other contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.
- Performing field surveys for drawing developments, site reviews and as recorded drawings.
- Communicating with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards to complete assignments and projects in a timely manner as required by the Project Manager and Discipline Lead.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Eligibility to apply for and receive PSPC Secret Clearance is required. Existing PSPC Secret or Reliability Clearance status is considered an asset.
- A working knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Revit MEP drafting and designing project documents is considered an asset.
- A working knowledge of building-related mechanical systems is considered an asset.
- Experience in IES Energy Modeling software is considered an asset.
- Knowledge and familiarity with National and Ontario Building Codes, and with associated standards, is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated technical writing skills; capable of writing reports, letters, and technical specifications.
- Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with colleagues and staff; a "team player" approach.
- Self-motivated and self-starter with a strong work ethic.
- Good time management skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Eager to learn with strong listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong English verbal and writing skills are required. French language skills are considered an asset.
- Ability to travel within Canada may be required.
- Current Driver's license is required.
Qualified candidates who are highly motivated and eager to commit to Stantec's strategic initiative to become a top 10 global design firm should please apply.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Range:• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$67,100.00 - $93,900.00 Annually
Primary Location: Canada | ON | Ottawa
Organization: 1633 Buildings-CA Ottawa-Ottawa ON
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 14/08/2026 12:08:58
Req ID: 1007189
