INTERMEDIATE/SENIORMECHANICAL DESIGNER/ENGINEER

ProEng; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Benefits + RRSP matching

Mentorship program

Lean engineering

Job summary

ProEng is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Designer/Engineer to drive the design of HVAC, fire protection, and building systems from concept through deliverable. You will lead small projects, balance technical rigor with practical leadership, and coordinate across a multidisciplinary team in Ottawa.

The ideal candidate is a licensed P.Eng with 4–10 years of experience and a strong sense of ownership, ready to mentor others and grow into a project-management role.

Qualifications

• Licensed P.Eng with 4–10 years of experience in building systems.
• Autonomy and the ability to make independent decisions.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset for challenging engineering tasks.
• Emerging as a future project manager within the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of HVAC, fire protection, and building systems.
• Validate calculations and produce technical specifications.
• Coordinate with architects and structural engineers.
• Mentor junior staff and manage agile project teams.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and proposals.

Skills

HVAC design

Fire protection systems

Building systems

Education

P.Eng license

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

Intermediate Mechanical Designer/Engineer

Fantastic news! Your enthusiasm for the position has our excitement! We're thrilled that you're interested in joining our dynamic team and contributing your talents to our innovative projects.

The Opportunity

We’re building the future of Ottawa, and we want you to help lead the charge. This isn't just a desk job; it’s a platform for an ambitious Engineer to bridge the gap between technical design and project leadership. You’ll own small projects from start to finish and play a pivotal role in our most complex, large-scale innovations.

What You’ll Do

• Design with Purpose: Lead the design of HVAC, fire protection, and building systems using a sustainability-first mindset.
• Solve & Innovate: Tackle complex engineering puzzles, validate calculations, and produce technical specifications that set the industry standard.
• Collaborate: Work at the center of a multidisciplinary hub, coordinating with architects and structural engineers to bring visions to life.
• Mentor & Lead: Empower the next generation of engineers by providing technical guidance to junior staff and managing agile project teams.
• Client Relations: Act as the face of the firm in client meetings, turning technical requirements into successful project proposals.

We value precision & efficiency. You’ll be a power user in:

• AutoCAD (Drafting & Modeling)
• Advanced Excel (Complex Worksheets)
• Bluebeam (Review & Markup)

Why You’re the Perfect Fit

• You are a licensed P.Eng. with 4–10 years of experience in building systems.
• You’re tired of being micro-managed—you crave the autonomy to make independent decisions.
• You have a "figure-it-out" mentality when faced with novel or difficult engineering challenges.
• You aren't just an engineer; you’re a project manager in the making.

The Perks

• Competitive Base + Performance Bonuses.
• Group Benefit Plan & RRSP Matching.
• Mentorship: Direct access to senior leadership for complex career-tracking.
• Modern Workflow: We prioritize process improvement and lean engineering.

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