Design Specialist

PHS Canada; Kirkland; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PHS Canada is seeking a Design Specialist to join our Design team and strengthen our expertise in high-performance HVAC control systems. The role focuses on the design, documentation, and integration of control systems for data centers, biotech and pharmaceutical facilities across Canada.

The candidate will design sequences of operation, manage instrumentation, and produce detailed documentation while coordinating with project managers and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in HVAC controls, instrumentation, or industrial automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of Ethernet, Modbus, and BACnet protocols (serial and TCP/IP).
• Proficiency with CAD-based design tools (AutoCAD or equivalent).
• Strong written and verbal communication in French; English a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop sequences of operation for HVAC control systems in industrial and mission-critical applications.
• Manage 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.

Skills

HVAC control design

Project coordination

Documentation

Technical advisory

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical diploma in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering

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.