Intermediate Mechanical Technologist

Williams Engineering Canada Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams Engineering Canada Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Project/Technical Designer to support building mechanical systems.

You will work closely with Project Managers and Engineers, contributing to design and production across HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, and fuel systems. The role requires knowledge of building codes, excellent communication, and the ability to guide junior staff while coordinating with multiple service lines.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a 1-2 year technical certificate or diploma in Mechanical Technology and 4–6 years of experience.
• May hold or be working towards a C.E.T. designation and possibly a R.E.T. designation.
• Candidates should have knowledge of building codes and strong communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple Service Lines and translate complex problems into design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Write and review reports with minimal editing and clear conclusions.
• Coordinate with Service Lines and relay relevant information for complex projects.
• Maintain knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Assist with fee proposals by estimating time budgets for tasks.
• Work independently on routine projects and meet budgeted timelines.
• Review complex mechanical drawings and ensure technical quality.
• Guide and lead junior teammates and enforce standards.
• Support quality control and share expertise across offices.
• Prepare technical designs for HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, and fuel systems.
• Select equipment to achieve system goals and resolve construction issues with contractors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Coordination

Building codes knowledge

Budget awareness

Team leadership

Technical reporting

Education

Mechanical Technology diploma

C.E.T. designation desired

R.E.T. designation desired

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

MS Office 365

SharePoint

VantagePoint

Job description

At Williams Engineering Canada, we brighten the lives of people in our community.

Knowing what we do reaches beyond a single project, we believe it's not only our responsibility but our core purpose to engineer cities that are safe, inclusive, and resilient.

We believe in the value of shared knowledge to better consult, create, and encourage diverse perspectives, to provide innovative solutions across the busiest cities and the most remote regions of Western and Northern Canada. We recognize that our people do much more than engineer solutions and solve our clients' greatest challenges; they have the opportunity to impact the communities in which they live, work, and build relationships in. In order to make a positive impact on our communities, we must start by positively impacting our own people. To us, this means providing fair compensation, training, advancement opportunities, and an open-door team environment.

We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. Our team members thrive in an environment that values growth, innovation, and respect. Join us, and experience firsthand what makes our culture truly exceptional!

There are many reasons why remote working helps people have more control over their work and balance their lives, that's why at Williams Engineering, we believe a remote work strategy makes business sense and helps us achieve our purpose of brightening the lives of people in our communities by reducing our carbon footprint.

Reports to: Team Lead or Engineering Manager

Based at: Regional Office

Position Purpose: Working closely with the Project Manager and Project Engineer, assisting on various projects, and contributing to the technical capability and production requirements of the Service Line. Provides exceptional customer service and coordination assistance with internal and external project partners (clients, architects, consultants, contractors, etc.).

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Write reports that do not require significant editing
• Coordinate with all Service Lines, extract and relay relevant information for complex problems.
• Maintain a working knowledge of building codes.
• Assist with fee proposals by assessing time budget required to execute project tasks.
• Operate independently on routine projects.
• Review and help complete complex mechanical systems drawings.
• Complete phases of the project within the duration of time that has been budgeted.
• Provide guidance and leadership to junior teammates, this includes reviewing .drawings and ensuring technical standards are met.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving quality control.
• Share expertise with other offices.
• Prepare technical designs for building mechanical systems such as:
• HVAC Systems
• Plumbing Systems
• Fire Sprinkler and Fire Suppression Systems
• Fuel systems
• Select equipment and components to achieve goals of the mechanical system
• May resolve mechanical system construction conflicts with contractors.
• May resolve mechanical system construction technical issues and cost implications.
• Conduct site reviews and write reports of observations and conclusions.
• Perpetuate, clarify, and embody WE Purpose and Core Values.
• Teammates are required to adhere to the company policies and guidelines as well as the company and client safety policies and practices in effect at any given time.
• Have the ability to apply for a Federal security clearance in order to work on institutional projects as required.

Education & Experience

• Typically a graduate of a 1-2 year technical certificate or diploma program in Mechanical Technology.
• 4 - 6 years of experience.
• May hold or be working towards a C.E.T. designation.
• May be working towards R.E.T. designation.

Skills & Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills; a person who listens well, respects diversity of perspectives, and has an open, clear, and succinct communication style.
• Application knowledge of WE systems and programs including MS Office 365, SharePoint, VantagePoint, AutoCAD, Revit MEP.
• Have a working knowledge of budgets.
• Able to identify innovative technical approaches to building mechanical systems engineering.
• Ability to identify risks and satisfy both client needs and company needs.
• Ability to accurately apply codes and regulations.
• Ability to coordinate with all Service Lines and extract and relay relevant information for complex projects.