FarHeater Engineering Inc. provides comprehensive mechanical and electrical engineering design services, including MEP and sprinkler design, to institutional, industrial, commercial, and residential clients. The firm’s expertise covers HVAC, plumbing, drainage, sprinkler systems, hydraulic calculations, energy modeling, lighting, power, fire alarm systems, EV chargers, and photometric calculations. Projects span biotech labs, healthcare facilities, clinics, dental offices, hotels, schools, warehouses, restaurants, retail spaces, and offices. A knowledgeable team ensures each project meets high standards of quality and compliance through up-to-date knowledge of applicable codes and regulations, offering candidates exposure to diverse building types and systems.
Role Description The MEP CAD Drafter – HVAC / Building Services is a full-time, on-site role based in Markham, ON. The person in this role prepares detailed HVAC and building services drawings using CAD software, converting engineering concepts and markups into accurate technical plans and coordinated layouts. Daily responsibilities include developing and updating mechanical and electrical drawings, revising plans based on engineer and architect feedback, and ensuring alignment with project specifications, codes, and standards. The role involves coordinating with engineers and designers, assisting in clash detection and layout adjustments, organizing drawing sets for submissions, and maintaining drawing files and documentation. The drafter also supports the team by producing clear, consistent drawings for permitting, tender, and construction, and may participate in site-related design reviews as required.
Responsibilities Prepare and revise HVAC and mechanical drawings using MEP CAD




Draft ductwork, ventilation, exhaust, equipment, and mechanical layouts
Prepare mechanical details, sections, schedules, and drawing notes
Prepare drawings based on engineer and designer markups
Work with architectural and structural backgrounds
Coordinate mechanical drawings with electrical, plumbing, sprinkler, architectural, and structural drawings
Prepare permit and construction drawing packages
Revise drawings based on engineering, municipal, client, and contractor comments
Maintain company MEP CAD standards and drawing quality
Assist engineers and designers with drawing production and coordination
Assist with site measurements and site visits when required
Prepare and update as-built drawings when required
Experience Candidates should possess strong skills in Technical Drawing and Drawing for building services and mechanical systems.
Candidates should possess skills in Engineering Drawings to interpret and translate mechanical and electrical designs into detailed plans.
Candidates should possess skills in Architectural Drawings to coordinate MEP layouts with architectural floor plans and sections.
Candidates should possess proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools commonly used in MEP and HVAC drafting (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit or similar).
Diploma or certificate in Mechanical Engineering Technology,



Architectural Technology, Building Systems, or a related field is preferred.
Experience drafting HVAC, plumbing, and building services drawings for commercial or institutional projects is an asset.
Knowledge of relevant building codes and standards related to mechanical and electrical systems is beneficial.
Strong attention to detail, ability to follow design guidelines, and effective communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams.
Assets HVAC and mechanical drafting experience
Knowledge of ductwork, ventilation, and mechanical equipment layouts
Familiarity with Ontario construction drawings and building codes
Experience preparing permit and construction drawing packages
Experience with site measurements and as-built drawings
Revit is an asset but is not required
What We Offer Employee health and benefits insurance
Hands-on experience with real engineering and construction projects
Exposure to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and sprinkler systems
Opportunity to work directly with professional engineers and experienced designers
Diverse projects across multiple building sectors
Professional and cooperative office environment
Training and technical development opportunities
Career growth opportunities within FarHeater Engineering
Position: MEP CAD Drafter – HVAC / Building Services Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Markham, Ontario Work Arrangement: 100% In-Office Candidates must be able to reliably commute to our Markham office daily and travel to project sites when required.
Mechanical | Electrical | Plumbing | Sprinkler | Building Services Engineering

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📌 MEP CAD Drafter – HVAC / Building Services (Ontario)
🏢 Farheater Engineering
📍 Ontario