Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

CIMA+

$80K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Mechanical engineering degree and P. Eng. license with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
  • Minimum of 7 years experience in mechanical engineering for buildings including HVAC and plumbing
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Extensive knowledge of Canadian Design Standards and Codes (OBC, ASHRAE, CSA)
  • Familiarity with commercial building automation and DDC controls systems
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, and HVAC load calculation software
  • Valid driver's license and transportation access for project needs

Responsibilities

  • Design institutional buildings including educational and healthcare facilities
  • Liaise with clients and maintain strong business relationships
  • Conduct site investigations, surveys, and audits
  • Manage project teams from concept design through to construction completion
  • Oversee and delegate tasks to junior staff
  • Prepare technical reports and building specifications
  • Develop construction cost estimates and project schedules

Benefits

  • Career growth opportunities tailored to individual development
  • Engagement in diverse and innovative projects across various sectors
  • Support from a team of specialists in high-performance design
  • A work environment fostering collaboration and client-centered solutions
  • Access to ongoing professional development in engineering standards and technologies
Full Job Description
Job Description

CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada.

We are currently seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our Team, based either in our Mississauga or Kitchener office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC and other aspects of mechanical engineering for buildings. They should demonstrate expertise in buildings decarbonization or deep retrofit projects, high energy efficiency projects and strong abilities in cultivating relationships with clients. The candidate should be driven to develop innovative solutions to engineering challenges as well as accompanying the clients through the design process for an array of different building types in institutional, commercial and municipal infrastructure.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Prepare the design of institutional buildings including education, recreation, health care, municipal, and commercial projects, as well as other types of buildings such as industrial and transportation
  • Working with a lead engineer to liaise with clients and maintain business relationships
  • Investigate, survey and audit sites
  • Manage and work with the project team from conceptual and preliminary stages of design through to construction completion including tender and construction/contract administration
  • Help oversee and delegate work as needed to junior staff
  • Prepare technical reports
  • Prepare and write specifications
  • Prepare construction cost estimates
  • Project planning including design schedule, and proposed construction schedules
  • Ensure compliance to the quality assurance and control program


Qualifications
  • A recognized mechanical engineering degree and license with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) as a P. Eng.
  • At least 7 years of directly related experience in mechanical buildings engineering including HVAC, plumbing and building services
  • Self-motivation and strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • In depth knowledge of Canadian Design Standards and Codes such as OBC, ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, CSA B149.1, B44, B52, NFPA 10, 13, 14, 96
  • Knowledge of commercial building automation systems and DDC controls systems
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit and commercial HVAC load calculation software
  • Valid driver's licence and access to transportation for project requirements


Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual's experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate's profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

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