Intermediate Mechanical Designer

Global Infrastructure; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Total rewards package

Career development

Job summary

Introba Vancouver is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our commercial team. You will support design projects with AutoCAD and Revit, contributing to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection layouts while collaborating with senior designers and project leads.

You will help maintain design files, run load calculations, and ensure compliance with design checklists and standards. The role develops junior staff and participates in site surveys to strengthen client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years AutoCAD experience (this could be a combination of academic & professional experience), coupled with 2 years design experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems for different types of buildings.
• Ability to read Architectural, Structural, Electrical drawings with minimal supervision provided by senior staff.
• Ability to apply prescriptive requirements of plumbing building and sprinkler codes with minimal supervision provided by senior staff.
• Revit MEP experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of energy modeling and calculations is an asset.
• EIT classification is an asset.
• University degree or College diploma in Mechanical Engineering specialization is an asset.

Responsibilities

• As a Mechanical Designer, your tasks will vary but will typically consist of the following: Revit and/or AutoCAD drafting and design operations.
• Provide technical assistance to the Senior Designers/Project Managers/Team Leaders as follows: Maintain Design files.
• Set up heating and cooling load calculation file (i.e. Carrier HAP) - inputs to be checked by senior staff.
• HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing layout and drafting with minimal supervision.
• Ensure Introba design checklist is being followed.
• Ensure Introba AutoCAD and/or Revit Standards are being followed.
• Maintain AutoCAD and/or Revit files.
• Prepare preliminary motor list with assistance provided by senior staff.
• Prepare equipment selections using Introba selection procedures with assistance provided by senior staff.
• Review and process shop drawings with senior staff.
• Assist in training junior staff and reviewing their work.
• Write various reports as directed by senior staff and attend site surveys with senior staff.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

HVAC design

Reading drawings

Mentoring

Education

University degree or College diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Carrier HAP

Energy modeling

Job description

WHERE PASSION + PURPOSE ALIGN

We are the curious. Problem solvers. Driven to unlock the potential in every system.Across five countries are 1,100 engineers, designers, and consultants collaborating to elevate the human experience, create more resilient communities, and protect the health of the planet. We transform the built environment by creating dynamic solutions — living systems — that are smart, resilient, and connected.

At Introba, this is why we show up every day. To use our curiosity for good. To inspire change. To empower changemakers

Introba provides world- class building engineering design, analytic, and consulting services at all scales, specializing in net-zero first thinking. Through the cultivation of thought leadership, we deliver sustainable and forward-thinking solutions to the most complex design challenges facing the world’s leading clients and partners.

Job Summary

Our Vancouver Commercial team is looking for an agile, collaborative, creative Mechanical Designer to join and complement our team. The Mechanical Designer will be eager to demonstrate their technical design expertise and will thrive in an environment which challenges and inspires. You will want to find balance between learning and developing new skills and being given responsibility to drive design projects in partnership with your peers.

You will assist Senior Designers & Project Leads in client relationship development, attending progress meetings and building relationships with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

As a Mechanical Designer, your tasks will vary but will typically consist of the following:

• Revit and/or AutoCAD drafting and design operations.
• Provide technical assistance to the Senior Designers/Project Managers/Team Leaders as follows:
• Maintain Design files.
• Set up heating and cooling load calculation file (i.e. Carrier HAP) - inputs to be checked by senior staff.
• HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing layout and drafting with minimal supervision.
• Ensure Introba design checklist is being followed.
• Ensure Introba AutoCAD and/or Revit Standards are being followed.
• Maintain AutoCAD and/or Revit files.
• Prepare preliminary motor list with assistance provided by senior staff.
• Prepare equipment selections using Introba selection procedures with assistance provided by senior staff.
• Review and process shop drawings with senior staff.
• Assist in training junior staff and reviewing their work.
• Write various reports as directed by senior staff and attend site surveys with senior staff.

To be successful in this role, it is expected that you are able to demonstrate a combination of the following qualifications & skills:

• Minimum 3 years AutoCAD experience (this could be a combination of academic & professional experience), coupled with 2 years design experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems for different types of buildings.
• Ability to read Architectural, Structural, Electrical drawings with minimal supervision provided by senior staff.
• Ability to apply prescriptive requirements of plumbing building and sprinkler codes (i.e. NFPA, BCBC, BC Plumbing Code, etc.) with minimal supervision provided by senior staff.
• Revit MEP experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of energy modeling and calculations is an asset.
• EIT classification is an asset.
• University degree or College diploma in Mechanical Engineering specialization is an asset.

Additional Information

Introba is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $72,500 - $90,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. Introba is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

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Introba offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include medical*, disability* and life insurance coverage*, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. *Benefits will vary by country location and may only be available in US or Canada.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

Introba is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.