Intermediate Mechanical Engineer/Technician

LRL Engineering; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching program

37.5-hour work week

Paid vacation and 6 sick/personal days

Parental leave top-up

Weekly team lunches

Job summary

LRL Engineering in Ottawa, part of the Englobe group, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Technician to bring projects from concept to construction. You will work with engineers and the design team to deliver compliant, high-quality designs while expanding your technical expertise in a collaborative environment.

You will contribute to design, coordination, and execution across diverse projects, supporting drafting, preparing calculations and reports, and engaging with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university/college.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering design.
• Possession of a valid P.Eng. or CET designation in Ontario.
• Having Professional Engineering license in Quebec and New Brunswick are strong assets.
• Bilingualism in French and English is a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, codes, and standards (e.g. OBC, NBC, ASHRAE, CAN/CSA, NFPA, etc).
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Carrier HAP or other design software.
• Valid PSPC Security Clearance or the ability to attain it.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A proactive mindset with the initiative to solve problems and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design work for the assigned discipline in compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Support drafting team with technical input and drawing markups.
• Prepare specifications, technical reports, and calculations.
• Conduct site visits and surveys to collect data or verify design applicability.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to coordinate designs.
• Attend project meetings and communicate progress with internal teams.
• Assist in preparing proposals, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Review design documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Support QA/QC reviews of project deliverables.
• Assist with drawing reviews and revisions.
• Take liability on design and stamp discipline specific design packages when acting as Engineer of Record (EOR).
• Conduct field reviews and respond to contractor inquiries.
• Provide technical assistance during construction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical design

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. or CET designation in Ontario

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Carrier HAP

Job description

Build Your Career with LRL Engineering

We're looking for people who are eager to take on new challenges, expand their skills, and build a rewarding career with a company that's growing. Does this sound like you?

For more than 40 years, LRL Engineering has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions and exceptional client service. As we continue to grow as part of the Englobe group of companies, we're investing in our people by providing opportunities to work on diverse projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and take on increasing responsibility as your career evolves.

Whether you're early in your career or already have industry experience, if you're motivated, curious, and ready to contribute, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Mechanical Engineer/Technician, you'll play an important role in bringing projects from concept to construction. Working closely with our engineers and design team, you'll contribute to a variety of projects while continuing to develop your technical expertise and professional skills in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Intermediate Mechanical Engineer/Technician supports senior engineers in the design, coordination, and execution of projects within their area of specialization. This role requires technical competence, collaboration with internal and external teams, and the ability to deliver compliant, high-quality designs.

Design & Technical Execution

• Perform design work for the assigned discipline in compliance with relevant codes and standards
• Support drafting team with technical input and drawing markups
• Prepare specifications, technical reports, and calculations
• Conduct site visits and surveys to collect data or verify design applicability

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to coordinate designs
• Attend project meetings and communicate progress with internal teams
• Assist in preparing proposals, schedules, and cost estimates

Documentation & Quality Control

• Review design documents for accuracy and completeness
• Support QA/QC reviews of project deliverables
• Assist with drawing reviews and revisions
• Take liability on design and stamp discipline specific design packages when acting as Engineer of Record (EOR)

Construction Administration

• Conduct field reviews and respond to contractor inquiries
• Provide technical assistance during construction
• Perform other duties as assigned

Cross-Training and Flexibility
LRL Associates LTD reserves the right to cross-train employees as needed and expects flexibility in performing any duties for which employees have received training or orientation.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university/college.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering design.
• Possession of a valid P.Eng. or CET designation in Ontario.
• Having Professional Engineering license in Quebec and New Brunswick are strong assets.
• Bilingualism in French and English is a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, codes, and standards (e.g. OBC, NBC, ASHRAE, CAN/CSA, NFPA, etc).
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Carrier HAP or other design software.
• Valid PSPC Security Clearance or the ability to attain it.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A proactive mindset with the initiative to solve problems and take on new challenges.

Why Join LRL Engineering?

At LRL, you'll find more than a great benefits package, you'll find opportunities to grow.

• Work on a diverse range of structural engineering projects that challenge and develop your skills.
• Learn alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your success.
• Take on increasing responsibility as you grow your career.
• Join a collaborative, close-knit team where your ideas and contributions matter.
• Be part of a growing organization where your career can grow along with the company.
• Competitive salary.
• RRSP matching program.
• 37.5-hour work week.
• Paid vacation plus six paid sick/personal days.
• Parental leave top-up.
• Weekly team lunches and team-building activities.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At LRL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.