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Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
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Your Opportunity As a Mechanical Engineer that will work independently on small and average sized projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer. You will participate in the evaluation, recommendation, and specification for engineered systems or products for a project verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards / practices.
Your Key Responsibilities Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer all mechanical engineered systems or products for a project and assuring work is reviewed for overall technical accuracy
Collaborate in person or remotely with team members, other Stantec disciplines, and clients to achieve project success, acting as a project team member or a project leader
Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats
Utilize BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of building’s mechanical systems and provide markups for junior engineers/ designers
Prepare and revise documentation in various mechanical phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details
Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors
Participate in client project requirement meetings and value analysis and basic cost estimating
Assist upper level staff with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing and schedule
Lead the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents
Perform and oversee the development of calculations using company standard software, and proprietary manufacturer software
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on projects




Conduct field reviews of projects during construction to verify conformance with construction documents and provide letters of professional assurance to the applicable authorities having jurisdiction
Works on multiple projects
Your Capabilities and Credentials Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to lead project tasks and activities
Must be self-motivated, team oriented, efficient, and a good communicator
Be comfortable in a client-facing position and in the field
Strong collaborative skills while working with a single or multi-discipline team
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Bilingual (English and French) would be a major asset
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
Intermediate or strong project management skills
Ability to follow Stantecs quality control guidelines
Understanding the importance of complying with Stantecs Employee Health and Safety (EH&S;) program, with a focus on safety in the field
Desire to be mentored by Senior staff and to adapt to feedback as required
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Experience in Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace & IES would be an asset
Requisite knowledge and application of the mechanical, plumbing, fire protection and energy codes, ASHRAE standards, and other building codes
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, controls), means and methods, materials, and industry standards
Education and Experience A Mechanical Engineering Degree from an accredited university
Eligibility for registration as a professional engineer in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick
Minimum of 8 years of applicable experience is required
Experience creating tender document packages, including detailed drawings and specifications is required
Typical office workplace working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time




Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice
About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible
Pay Transparency In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week
Benefits Summary Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D;) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: Canada | NS | Dartmouth
Organization: BC-1334 Buildings-CA Atlantic Canada
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time

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📌 Mechanical Engineer at Stantec (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Stantec.
📍 Nova Scotia