Our client, a well-established Canadian consulting engineering firm, is seeking a

Mechanical Engineer

to support the continued growth of its district energy and low-carbon thermal infrastructure practice in Ontario.

Ontario-based remote position

8+ years of mechanical engineering experience , ideally with direct experience in district energy, central energy plants, hydronic systems, or related thermal infrastructure.

The successful candidate will take ownership of technical assignments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary engineering team across Canada. The role will involve mechanical design, project delivery, client engagement, and business development, with an emphasis on helping grow the firm’s client base and project portfolio throughout Ontario.

Deliver mechanical engineering and design for district energy, central energy plant, energy transfer station, and low-carbon thermal infrastructure projects.

Take ownership of assigned technical scopes and independently manage deliverables through to completion.

Prepare and review mechanical calculations, equipment sizing, process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs;), system layouts, construction drawings, specifications, and tender packages.

Design and evaluate hydronic heating and cooling systems, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, controls, and district energy distribution piping.

Support the design and implementation of low-carbon technologies including heat pumps, heat recovery, ambient-temperature loops, and thermal energy storage.

Coordinate with civil, electrical, structural, controls, and other engineering disciplines to develop practical and constructible solutions.

Work closely with project managers to manage project scope, schedule, quality, and budgets.

Meet directly with existing and prospective clients to understand technical requirements and develop strong professional relationships.





Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.

Participate in site visits, client meetings, and field activities when required.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and EITs.

Communicate project progress, technical issues, and potential schedule impacts proactively with project managers and clients.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

8+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience .

Previous consulting engineering experience is strongly preferred.

Strong working knowledge of hydronic heating and cooling systems, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, controls, and distribution piping.

Demonstrated ability to independently deliver technical engineering assignments with limited day-to-day supervision.

Experience producing mechanical calculations, equipment sizing, PFDs, P&IDs;, drawings, specifications, and tender packages.

Self-directed and highly organized with the ability to work effectively within a remote team environment.

Willingness and ability to travel throughout Ontario for client meetings and project/site requirements.

Sewage heat recovery experience.

Heat pump system experience.

Previous work with municipalities, utilities, institutional clients, or other public infrastructure owners.

Construction support and commissioning experience.

Ontario-based work from home with flexible scheduling.

Exposure to innovative district energy and low-carbon thermal infrastructure projects.

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus.

Extended health, dental, and vision benefits.

Health care spending account.

Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Ability to work remotely outside Canada for up to 30 calendar days per year.

Opportunities for continued technical, project management, and leadership progression.

Candidates should be located in Ontario and available to travel for client meetings, project meetings, and site visits as required.

📌 Mechanical Engineer (REMOTE) (Ottawa)
🏢 Torus Talent
📍 Ottawa