Mechanical Engineer, Buildings M&E
City : Saskatoon, SK
Category : Buildings - Mechanical and Electrical
Industry : Engineering
Employer : WSP
SASKATOON
The Opportunity:
WSP is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Buildings Mechanical & Electrical Department, located in the Saskatoon office, with hybrid work-from-home possibilities. Reporting to the Director, Mechanical & Electrical, this position will be responsible for taking design projects from start to finish.
The Mechanical Engineer will apply a high level of technical and professional mechanical engineering and consulting expertise while offering leadership to junior members of the design team with overall responsibility for ensuring the output of the design meets the established project criteria and all applicable standards. The position is also responsible for researching and implementing new technology designs as mandated by clients and the Mechanical Engineering Director. The work environment is of high volume, offering a range of project complexities and requires a high level of responsibility.
Why WSP?
- We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
- Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
- A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
- Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
- Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
- A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
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A day in the life:
- Working with the Mechanical Engineering Director, develops mechanical design strategies for building construction to ensure efficient and sustainable project delivery
- Actively participates in all projects during design and construction
- Successfully develops relationships with engineers, technologists, technicians, and construction personnel
- Coordinates the preparation of engineering specifications and drawings, quantity and cost estimates
- Responsible for ensuring that the drawings and specifications meet established project criteria and applicable standards
- Develops standards related to our mechanical engineering practice, ensuring best practices for project delivery, and when applicable sustainable building construction
- Utilizes industry-specific software and related technologies in design and analysis
- Preparation of reports, proposals, and tender/bid submissions, budgets, project plans, and other supporting documentation, as required
- Manages all aspects associated with contract administration and client services monitoring
- Mentors junior mechanical staff
- When necessary, becomes involved with a variety of agencies for project approvals and permitting purposes
What you'll bring to WSP ...
- A university degree or college diploma in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution or equivalency.
- Membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Association of Professional Engineers, and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS), along with LEED Accreditation and sustainable design experience are considered assets.
- 6+ years of experience in Buildings consulting mechanical design engineering for buildings or equivalent experience and responsibilities is required.
- A comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office, CARRIER HAP or TRANE Trace, and experience with AutoCAD drafting are required. Knowledge of Revit is considered an asset.
- Strong technical knowledge and expertise
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Excellent communication, time management, multitasking, and detail orientation skills
- Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Effectively manages a variety of projects simultaneously
- Able to balance work and personal requirements
- Enjoys working in a professional office environment, with occasional client and site visits, and work outside of normal business hours