Mechanical EIT: Design HVAC & Growth

The HIDI Group; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Health and dental benefits

Group RRSP program

Wellness initiatives and gym discounts

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Job summary

The HIDI Group, an employee-owned engineering consultancy with offices in Ottawa, is seeking a Mechanical EIT to support the design and delivery of mechanical building systems. You will gain hands-on experience across project phases—from concept through construction—and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection.

You will develop drawings in AutoCAD, support REVIT-based projects, perform system calculations, and help prepare specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required (or equivalent).
• Registered or working toward EIT certification is preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD; REVIT experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection.
• Develop drawings using AutoCAD and support REVIT-based projects where applicable.
• Perform calculations (heat gain/loss, energy modelling) and support system sizing and selection.
• Prepare schematics, riser diagrams, equipment schedules, and engineering reports.
• Coordinate designs with architectural, electrical, and structural teams.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards (OBC, NFPA, ASHRAE).
• Support preparation of specifications and contract documentation.
• Attend client and internal coordination meetings; participate in site reviews and construction meetings.
• Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs/CCNs/SIs; conduct site audits.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Eng

EIT candidate

AutoCAD

REVIT (asset)

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Time management

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

The HIDI Group, an employee-owned engineering consultancy with offices in Ottawa, is seeking a Mechanical EIT to support the design and delivery of mechanical building systems. You will gain hands-on experience across project phases—from concept through construction—and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection.

You will develop drawings in AutoCAD, support REVIT-based projects, perform system calculations, and help prepare specifications.