Intermediate Mechanical Designer

Reinbold Engineering Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national mechanical engineering firm is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Designer for its Calgary office. The position involves independent project management, mentoring junior designers, and creating mechanical designs with adherence to Reinbold Design Standards. Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, have P. Eng. accreditation, and possess at least 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical systems design.

Benefits

Progressive career opportunities

Relaxed work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Experience in HVAC and plumbing design is preferred.
• Strong understanding of current codes and building standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and size distribution systems following standards.
• Mentor and supervise junior designers.
• Prepare schematic designs and construction documents.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Load calculations

Design software proficiency

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P. Eng. or PE) accreditation

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Intermediate Mechanical Designer

Reinbold Engineering Group is a national mechanical engineering firm with offices in Calgary, Vancouver, Toronto, Edmonton, and Kelowna. Our company specializes in designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial, healthcare, institutional, residential, and mixed-use high-rise projects. Currently, we are seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Designer for our Calgary office as we expand and grow. Our company offers progressive career opportunities, a relaxed work environment, and a variety of exciting and challenging projects.

Job Description

• Able to work independently on specified scopes with minimal supervision.
• Assume increased leadership responsibilities, providing coaching and delegating design tasks to team members based on their aptitude.
• Mentor and supervise Mechanical Designers, reviewing their work before submission to Senior Mechanical Designers, Senior Mechanical Engineers, or Project Managers.
• Design and size distribution systems and equipment following industry standards and Reinbold Design Standards and Guidelines.
• Perform load calculations using company-provided software.
• Select mechanical equipment in collaboration with suppliers and manufacturer’s representatives.
• Prepare schematic designs, design development, and construction documents using AutoCAD or REVIT, adhering to Reinbold Design Standards and Guidelines.
• Review your work for errors and omissions prior to supervisor review, utilizing project review checklists and clash detection software.
• Assist in preparing drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate mechanical systems and designs with other disciplines.
• Identify and communicate the need for additional services and fees to project managers promptly.
• Assist with Contract Administration tasks, including shop drawing reviews, RFI responses, and on-site reviews.
• Attend design and construction meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors as needed.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets, tracking work progress and resource utilization with support from the Project Manager.
• Strive to meet company goals of high-quality workmanship and project timelines by improving workflows and design standards.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Professional Engineer (P. Eng. or PE) accreditation in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in mechanical HVAC and Plumbing design is preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including plumbing, HVAC, heating, cooling, air handling, and fire protection, with the ability to interpret construction drawings.
• Knowledge of current codes and standards, including local plumbing and building codes.
• Familiarity with Reinbold design and documentation standards.
• Understanding of building heating and cooling load calculation principles.
• Proficiency with software such as Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, REVIT, etc.