Category Design Construction and Development
City Scarborough
Country Canada

Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer – Residential Buildings

Confidential Prospect

A residential development organization is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of mechanical systems for residential building projects. This role involves close collaboration with internal teams and external consultants and provides exposure to projects from early design through construction.

Responsibilities

Design and support mechanical systems for residential building projects, including HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection systems

Prepare and review mechanical calculations, equipment selections, drawings, schematics, and specifications

Support the development of design, tender, and construction documentation

Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, and electrical disciplines

Participate in BIM-based coordination using Revit and support AutoCAD-based documentation as required

Review shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor submissions and provide technical input

Participate in site reviews and support construction‑stage coordination and issue resolution

Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, standards, and regulatory requirements

Support project schedules, quality standards, and internal review processes

Contribute to continuous improvement of design and documentation practices

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Professional Engineer (P.Eng)



designation in Ontario or eligibility

Several years of experience in mechanical building systems design

Experience with HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection systems

Working knowledge of applicable building codes and standards, including OBC, CSA, ASHRAE, and NFPA

Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD

Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Additional Considerations

Experience supporting residential building projects is considered an asset

Exposure to construction coordination and commissioning activities is an asset

Additional language skills may be considered an asset

What Is Offered

Full‑time, permanent employment

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunity to work on active residential development projects within a collaborative environment

Compensation Transparency
The expected compensation range for this role is $75,000 – $120,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Health, Dental and vision care. On‑site parking.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions for this role. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our recruitment team.

Vacancy Status
This posting represents a current vacancy.

Additional Notes
Compensation discussions and negotiation guidance will be provided during the hiring process as appropriate.

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