Senior Mechanical Designer

Type: In-Office, Full-Time

Location: Edmonton, AB

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established multi-disciplined engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation for delivering practical, high-quality building engineering solutions. The organization works on a diverse range of building projects, partnering closely with architects, contractors, trades, and clients to deliver projects from initial concept through construction and completion.

The successful candidate will join a team where they can work on a variety of interesting building projects, take ownership of their designs, participate in construction administration, and contribute to a collaborative environment that values initiative and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Mechanical Designer, you will be responsible for developing mechanical systems for a wide variety of building projects, taking designs from concept through completion while ensuring technical quality, code compliance, and client requirements are met.

Mechanical Design & Engineering

- Design mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems, for a variety of projects.
- Develop practical and efficient mechanical design solutions based on project requirements, building conditions, and client objectives.
- Perform design calculations as required, including heat loss, heat gain, flow calculations, and other mechanical engineering calculations.
- Prepare detailed mechanical drawings and documentation using AutoCAD.
- Become proficient in and consistently apply the company's design and drawing standards to ensure consistency and quality across project deliverables.




- Ensure mechanical designs comply with applicable codes, regulations, standards, and project requirements.

Project Delivery & Quality

- Manage assigned design responsibilities to ensure projects are completed within established schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
- Review designs and drawings carefully to identify potential issues and ensure accurate, complete deliverables.
- Work independently to manage assigned tasks while also collaborating effectively with engineers, designers, architects, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
- Apply sound technical judgment and proactively identify solutions to design and project challenges.
- Maintain a high standard of technical accuracy and attention to detail throughout the design process.

Qualifications To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate:

Education & Experience

- Relevant post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience designing mechanical systems for building-related projects.
- Strong experience with HVAC and piping system design.
- Experience working on projects from initial concept through design, construction, and completion is highly valued.




- Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior designers is an asset.

Technical Skills

- Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
- Robust knowledge of mechanical HVAC and piping system design principles.
- Knowledge of ASHRAE standards and their application to building mechanical systems.
- Strong understanding of applicable Alberta Building Codes and other relevant codes and regulations.
- Ability to perform mechanical design calculations, including heat loss, heat gain, and flow calculations.
- Strong technical competence with a high level of attention to detail.

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📌 Senior Mechanical Designer (Edmonton)
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