Stantec

Mechanical Engineer

Stantec$85K — $123K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a mechanical emphasis.
  • Minimum of 5 years in building design industry.
  • Preferred: Licensed Professional Engineer or actively pursuing licensure.
  • Preferably holds LEED Green Associate or LEED AP certification.
  • Strong grasp of mechanical codes and industry standards.,

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a design team on documentation for diverse facility projects.
  • Create design drafts through sketches and electronic models.
  • Use BIM technologies for 3D modeling of mechanical systems.
  • Generate and update documentation for mechanical phases of projects.
  • Engage in project coordination discussions with clients and consultants.
  • Support construction administration and client communication on design criteria.
  • Conduct field surveys and create reports on existing building conditions.

Benefits

  • Access to medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Participation in a 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase program.
  • Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
  • Paid family leave and vacation accrual (10-20 days/year).
  • Life and disability insurance options provided.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

Our Buildings team is looking for a Project Mechanical Engineer. You will work with direct supervision and general direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of larger projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer/Designer. You will assist in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering certain Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) building systems for a project verifying compliance with applicable codes and internal engineering standards / practices. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit modeling, preparing design drawings, performing system calculations, ductwork design, piping design, specifying equipment, field survey work, and construction administration.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Work with a team of design colleagues to conceptualize and develop full documentation for new construction and renovation projects for multiple types of facilities such as: advanced technologies, industrial, healthcare, mission critical, higher education, research laboratories or similar applications.
  • Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
  • Utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies in development of three-dimensional models of building's mechanical systems.
  • Prepare and revise documentation in various mechanical phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
  • Participate in project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.
  • Participate in client contact on projects to establish design criteria, review design progress as well as providing support through construction administration.
  • Support the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
  • Work on multiple projects.
  • Conduct field surveys of existing conditions of building spaces.
  • Prepare field reports and punch lists.
  • Provide basic mentoring to junior staff.

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of mechanical codes, energy codes, NFPA codes, ASHRAE standards, and other building codes.
  • Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
  • Perform calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software (IESVE for HVAC, Trane Trace, and/or HAP).
  • Demonstrates technical writing ability to author a discipline specific Basis of Design.
  • Development of project job specific discipline specifications independently from a company master specification.
  • Experience in the construction industry and/or in-depth knowledge of construction processes.
  • Ability to integrate design elements with architects and other building engineers.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
  • Ability to take direction, follow process, and accept feedback and suggestions from Senior Engineers.
  • Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
  • Requires a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a mechanical emphasis.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in the buildings design industry.

Preferred candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer or is currently working toward professional licensure.

LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred.

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 CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$85,000.00 - $123,300.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | CO | Denver
Organization: BC-2358 Buildings-US Acquisition PSP Mountain BE
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 27/07/2026 01:07:37
Req ID: 1006895

About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
Learn more about Stantec
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1954
5 Year Trend
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