Design Specialist

Socket.dev; Kirkland; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

PHS Canada is seeking a Design Specialist to join our Design team, strengthening our expertise in high-performance HVAC control systems for data centers, biotech, and pharmaceutical facilities. You’ll design sequences of operation, manage instrumentation, and coordinate with project teams to deliver robust control solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 3–5 years of HVAC controls experience, proficiency with CAD tools, and strong communication in French (English is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of HVAC controls, instrumentation, or industrial automation experience.
• Strong knowledge of Ethernet, Modbus, BACnet (serial and TCP/IP).
• CAD tools (AutoCAD or equivalent) and Windows OS proficiency.
• Strong troubleshooting of control systems hardware and networks.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC control sequences for industrial and mission-critical applications.
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation and submittals.
• Coordinate design deliverables and schedules with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Advise clients and contractors on control design and integration issues.
• Ensure designs meet budget, schedule, and performance targets.
• Gather data for seamless integration of control equipment into the system architecture.

Skills

HVAC control design

Instrumentation management

Technical documentation

Control components

Project coordination

Client advisory

Budget & schedule

System integration data

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

PHS Canada is looking for a Design Specialist to join our Design team and strengthen our technical expertise in high-performance HVAC control systems. Reporting to the Design Supervisor, this position plays a key role in the design, documentation, and integration of control systems for HVAC and mechanical systems used in mission-critical environments such as data centers, biotechnology facilities, and pharmaceutical operations.

What you bring to the table

• Design and develop sequences of operation for HVAC control systems in industrial and mission-critical applications.
• Manage all engineering and instrumentation aspects of HVAC and related mechanical systems.
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including submittals, testing procedures, network schematics, and P&ID layouts.
• Select appropriate instrumentation and control components based on technical specifications and application requirements.
• Coordinate design deliverables and schedules with internal engineering teams, project managers, and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a technical advisor to clients and contractors, providing clear and accurate communication on control design and integration issues.
• Ensure project designs align with budget, schedule, and performance targets.
• Gather and organize data for seamless integration of control equipment into overall system architecture

Essential skills and qualifications to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in HVAC controls, instrumentation, or industrial automation systems.
• Strong working knowledge of communication protocols such as Ethernet, Modbus, and BACnet (serial and TCP/IP).
• Proficiency with CAD-based design tools (AutoCAD or equivalent) and Microsoft operating systems.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot control system hardware and networks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in French; English proficiency is considered an asset.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to travel periodically (up to 10%) to engineering offices and project sites as required.

Work Location:

Quebec - Possibility of remote work, subject to the candidate’s location

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About Us

PHS Canada is a systems automation provider specializing in HVAC and mechanical control systems for industrial and mission-critical environments. We deliver high-performance solutions for data centers, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical facilities, ensuring reliability, precision, and efficiency. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to innovative projects that power essential industries across Canada.