OVERVIEWMerrick and Company is seeking Mechanical Engineer to support the mechanical design of projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This person will be located in our Kanata, ON office.
WHAT YOU'LL DOCandidates that have a desire for personal and professional growth, a well-defined understanding of design and construction document processes, and adaptability for short term and long-term projects in an environment that requires a blend of creativity and high technical skills. Successful candidates must be self-starting, motivated, innovative, articulate, self-disciplined, and confident in a demanding, exciting, and fast-paced environment. This position requires a competent mechanical engineer / designer who as a member of the mechanical design team will be responsible for all phases of mechanical design production for a variety of Life Sciences, Nuclear, and National Security projects ranging from programming through construction administration. Opportunities also exist for the participation in facility commissioning projects.
Job Description - Participating as part of the mechanical design team and the multi-disciplinary project team, execute the detailed mechanical, plumbing/process and controls design of complex mechanical facilities including life science and nuclear facilities, inclusive of:
- Detailed engineering calculations
- Production of detailed 3D models and construction drawings
- Specifications
- Reports as required
- Perform site inspection, testing, and commissioning of equipment and facilities as required, which may include travel within Canada and abroad
- Utilize excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients and other employees
- Develop and maintain expert level knowledge of applicable codes and standards for the design and construction of nuclear and biocontainment facilities in Canada and internationally as required
- Develop and maintain expert level skills in required software packages including REVIT
- Execute all work in accordance with Merrick and project specific Quality Assurance procedures
- Exercise excellent independent judgement and initiative to complete design tasks
- Work independently and in a team environment based upon Merrick's hybrid arrangement comprised of office, remote, and onsite work.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- We are looking for a mechanical engineer / designer with experience in mechanical building design for government, academic, and private clients. Demonstrated experience in as many of the following areas as possible is an asset: HVAC, plumbing/process, fire protection and controls design
- A minimum of five (5) years related experience, preferred eight (8) years related experience.
- Licensure as a Professional Engineer in Ontario or another Canadian jurisdiction is preferred. If the candidate is not currently licensed, they must demonstrate a plan and ability, including holding a Mechanical engineering degree from a university accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB), to obtain licensure within two years of joining Merrick.
- Experience in aspects of mechanical building design including planning, calculations, equipment selection, schematic design, production of construction documents (drawings and specifications), and construction administration is a strong asset
- Laboratory design and construction knowledge is an advantage.
- Experience in energy modeling and life cycle cost analysis for sustainability design is an asset
- Candidate shall be proficient in the use of REVIT and AutoCAD.
- Candidate shall be proficient in report writing including basis of design reports, specifications, field reports, etc.
- Candidate must be able to demonstrate effective problem-solving skills applying mechanical design principals
- Candidate must be able to travel and must possess a current passport. It is anticipated that this may include some international travel.
- Client requirements for this position require Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status qualified with minimum Reliability clearance level.
- Work at jobsites will be required inclusive of active construction and or commissioning efforts. Will require access to/from elevated areas, functional and operational equipment and donning of appropriate PPE
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Candidate must possess or be able to obtain Government of Canada Reliability Level security clearance.Level II Secret Clearance is preferred.
- Local candidates.
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TOTAL REWARDS & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS- Robust Employee Referral Program.
- Annual performance reviews and merit increases.
- Professional Training and Development.
- Employee Recognition Awards.
- Peer Mentor Program.
- And Much More!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION- Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
- At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
- Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes; RRSP, and unique work-life benefits.
- We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training and coaching programs and are rewarded for their achievements through excellent benefits and competitive salaries.
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