Mechanical Designer – HVAC & Building Systems

Clear Destination Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BPA Toronto is seeking a versatile Mechanical Technician to contribute to design and drafting of building systems. You will help transform ideas into practical mechanical solutions while collaborating with engineers and project teams.

You will work on institutional, commercial, office and cultural projects, supporting coordination, documentation and junior staff development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• College Diploma (DEC) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5–15 years of mechanical building design experience in engineering firms.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, hydronics and fire protection systems.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Excellent English communication, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop mechanical drawings and models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Produce plans, sections, details, schedules and specs for HVAC, plumbing, hydronics, and fire protection.
• Perform site surveys and document existing mechanical installations.
• Participate in project coordination meetings to identify conflicts early.
• Support engineers in development of technical solutions, calculations, reports, and cost estimates.
• Review drawings and models for quality and compliance with standards.
• Guide and support junior resources and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support tendering, construction administration, and closeout activities.
• Review shop drawings and equipment submittals.

Skills

Project coordination

Mentoring

English communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

DEC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM software

Job description

The opportunity

BPA Toronto (previously TMP) is looking for a versatile Mechanical Technician who enjoys being involved in both the technical design and drafting sides of building projects. In this role, you will help transform ideas into practical, coordinated mechanical solutions and clear documents, while working alongside engineers, designers and project teams.

You will contribute to a diverse range of projects, including institutional, commercial, office and cultural buildings. You will play an active role in moving projects forward to a successful delivery. You will also be able to share your experience, support and coach junior team members, and help foster a positive working environment.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, collaborating with others and seeing your work take shape in the built environment, we would love to hear from you!

Your daily impact

• Prepare and develop mechanical building drawings and models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Produce plans, sections, details, schedules and specifications for ventilation, heating, cooling, hydronic and plumbing systems.
• Perform site surveys and document existing mechanical installations.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and help identify potential conflicts or constructability issues early in the design process.
• Support engineers and project teams in the development of technical solutions, calculations, reports and cost estimates.
• Review drawings and models to ensure quality, consistency and compliance with project requirements, codes and standards.
• Help guide and support junior resources and contribute to the continuous improvement of team standards and practices.
• Support tendering, construction administration, and closeout activities.
• Review shop drawings and equipment submittals.

Your profile

• College Diploma (DEC) in Mechanical Engineering, Building Engineering, or a related field
• 5-15 years of relevant experience in mechanical building design within an engineering consulting firm or a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, hydronics and fire protection systems.
• Strong proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement
• Clear communicator with the ability to simplify technical information
• Ability to analyze technical challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality.