The

Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Building Mechanical Systems Design

- Lead the design of building mechanical systems, including: heating, ventilation, air conditioning, boilers, chilled water, hydronic systems, compressed air, natural gas, plumbing piping systems, fluid delivery systems, and energy conservation initiatives.

- Provide technical leadership on projects, ensuring designs meet performance, code, budget, and schedule requirements.

- Oversee and review mechanical design work prepared by intermediate and junior team members, providing guidance and mentorship.

Technical Leadership &

- Innovation

- Seek and apply new technology, tools, and methodologies to improve design efficiency, constructability, and lifecycle performance.

- Prepare and review technical reports, engineering documents, and value engineering analyses.

- Develop and maintain standards, guidelines, and best practices for mechanical design within the team.

Client &

- Contractor Liaison

- Act as the primary mechanical engineering liaison with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with project scope and requirements.

- Lead client meetings, design presentations, and design coordination sessions with other disciplines.

- Provide senior-level technical consultation, including analyzing facility mechanical system problems in the field and recommending practical, cost-effective solutions.

Project &

- Scope Development

- Lead the development of mechanical scope of work for new projects, including feasibility studies, owner reviews, and construction bid package development.

- Support proposal and fee development for mechanical engineering services.

- Provide input into project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation from a mechanical discipline perspective.

Construction Support &

- Administration

- Oversee the shop drawing review process, responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), and preparation of field observation reports to ensure timely processing and alignment with project milestones.

- Ensure that construction work is in compliance with mechanical plans, specifications,



and applicable codes/standards.

- Support commissioning activities and project close-out, including review of as-built documentation and operational issues.

Cost Estimating &

- Value Engineering

- Lead or oversee mechanical cost estimating for developed scopes of work for assigned projects.

- Identify and recommend value engineering opportunities to improve project performance and reduce overall cost.

Mentorship &

- Team Support

- Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical guidance to intermediate and junior engineers and technologists.

- Contribute to a collaborative, multi-discipline, team-based environment and help build internal mechanical engineering capabilities.

Travel

- Frequent travel, including occasional international travel, to client sites and facilities as required.

Job Requirements

Education &

- Professional Designation

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma with equivalent experience.

- Valid P.Eng designation in Ontario (required). / CET with extensive experience will also be considered

Experience

- Minimum 7-10 years of mechanical engineering design experience in building systems, including: heating, ventilation, air conditioning, boilers, hot water, chillers, chilled water, pumps, hydronic piping, ductwork layout, natural gas, plumbing, domestic water, sanitary piping, storm piping, and energy conservation initiatives.

- Solid understanding of consulting engineering project phases: feasibility studies, schematic design, detailed design, construction documents, tendering, construction/administration, and project close-out.

- Demonstrated experience designing for clients in educational, commercial, industrial, and healthcare markets.





- Demonstrated senior-level involvement in construction project management, including coordination with contractors and other disciplines.

Codes, Standards &

- Specifications

- Advanced knowledge of local and national codes and standards, including: OBC, NBC, ASHRAE, NFPA, CSA, ASPE, TSSA, etc.

- Experience reading, developing, and editing project specifications (NMS, MS, etc.).

- Good knowledge and understanding of mechanical systems building design, codes, and specifications, with the ability to interpret and apply them independently.

Software &

- Technical Skills

- Proficient with AutoCAD and the Autodesk Suite.

- Strong experience in Revit for building systems design;

experience with BIM 360 is considered an asset.

- Experience in selecting HVAC equipment and coordinating selections with manufacturers' representatives.

- Experience in heating and cooling load calculations and with HAP, Trace, or similar load analysis software.

- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and related programs.

Project &

- People Skills

- Demonstrated ability to lead projects, coordinate multi-discipline teams, and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

- Experience preparing status reports, reviewing specifications and drawings, verifying contractor work, and managing project deadlines.

- High level of analytical ability to solve unusual and complex mechanical design problems.

- Sound management skills and enjoyment of working on the technical aspects of building design projects in a fast-paced, supportive, multi-disciplinary environment.

- Some experience in facilities operations and maintenance is an asset.

Soft Skills

- High level of skilled discipline, self-motivation, and integrity.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Able to communicate ideas and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical team members and clients.

- Strong planning, organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

📌 Senior HVAC Mechanical Designer (Windsor)
🏢 W3Global
📍 Windsor