Your new company

Our client is an established industry leader in M&E consulting engineering services for commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, and high-rise residential building projects. They have a deep history of successfully delivering high quality design for a variety of complex engineering and architecture projects, while maintaining excellent relationships within the industry. They are seeking a talented and experienced Mechanical Engineer / Designer to join either their Kingston or London, ON office.

Your new role

As a Mechanical Engineer / Designer, your responsibilities will include the following:

• Managing and leading the design of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection components relevant to building projects of various sizes and complexities, while adhering to applicable codes and standards.
• Directing junior staff on design strategies/concepts.
• Evaluating engineering design requirements, as well as overseeing the creation of design drawings
• Coordinating with other disciplines
• Performing engineering activities such as calculations, code research, material and building systems research, laying out components, and calculation of program and building areas
• Communicating with clients, contractors and sales reps.
• Performing site surveys and field reviews to accurately document existing and new construction conditions
• Preparing project documentation and engineering specifications
• Overseeing construction administration (shop drawings, RFIs, CCNs, monthly draws, etc).
• Reviewing project products, services and shop drawings to ensure adherence to project documents, relevant codes and corporate quality standards
• Assisting with and working on business development through client acquisition, fee estimates, RFP response preparation and issuing of fee proposal letters
• Participating in interviews/presentations as required
• Pursuit of new clients and opportunities and maintenance of existing clients

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualities and qualifications:

• 5-10+ years of experience in the design of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems relevant to commercial, industrial, residential, institutional, or healthcare building projects
• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or a College diploma such as Mechanical Engineering Technology
• P.Eng designation would be an asset, but is not required
• Experience developing drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit
• High level of initiative with a pro-active approach to work assignments and opportunities
• Ability to multi-task and be organized, especially under the stress of deadlines
• Desire to work within a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; French would be an asset

What you'll get in return

A very competitive compensation and benefits package is on offer, as well as the opportunity to join a large, established organization with a deep history of investing in their employee’s learning and professional development. This is a great chance to join a growing office with access to exciting projects of various sizes and complexities, as well as excellent career advancement opportunities. You will also have access to an excellent benefits package, as well as a hybrid work environment.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out to Moe Mansour directly at (647-629-1483) or (Moe.Mansour@Hays.com) now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career.