Mechanical Engineer

InsideHigherEd; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support deferred maintenance projects across multiple campus buildings. Responsibilities include providing mechanical engineering services for capital projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and analyzing technical investigations. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering, is a registered PEng, and has at least 8 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time, 3-year term contract position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated experience working in the built environment.
• Experience with diverse large projects including academic, laboratory, and commercial clients.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized mechanical engineering services throughout the project delivery cycle.
• Analyze technical investigations to inform the scope and costing of projects.
• Collaborate with Building Area Managers and stakeholders to support technical investigations.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Proficiency in Bluebeam

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Knowledge of REVIT

Understanding of HVAC systems

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Education

University degree in Mechanical Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (PEng)

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

BIM

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Date Posted : 07 / 31 / 2025

Req ID : 43292

Faculty / Division : VP - University Operations

Department : Infrastructure Planning & Implementation

Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description : Position Summary :

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Infrastructure Planning, the Mechanical Engineer plays an integral role as a member and representative of the Facilities & Services (F&S) team within the Infrastructure Planning & Implementation department, to support the delivery of deferred maintenance projects within the RISE (Revitalizing Infrastructure, Strengthening Excellence) Program.

The University of Toronto, St. George Campus Rise Program consists of multiple projects within 80 campus buildings The duration of the program will start from 2025 up to the end of 2027. Project are of varying scale and cost in the range of $100,000 up to tens of millions of dollars. As part of the Infrastructure Planning and Implementation team, the Mechanical Engineer will provide enhanced hands-on service to ensure that the current and future projects are delivered in a timely manner, within budget, meeting or exceeding the university standard for quality.

The Mechanical Engineer will provide specialized mechanical engineering services for all capital projects throughout the project delivery cycle - from initial design to building hand over. In the pre-design phase of each project, the incumbent will provide feedback and guidance to external consultants with respect to the content in the technical investigations of existing buildings on campus. The Mechanical Engineer will analyze the technical investigations and ensure completeness such that, it can inform the scope and costing of related projects. The incumbent will work closely and collaboratively with the Building Area Managers and other stakeholders within the Facilities and Services department to support the delivery of technical investigations.

Qualifications Required :

Education :

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PEng), in good standing with a license to practice in the Province of Ontario required.

Experience :

Minimum 8 years in Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated experience working in the built environment.

Experience with diverse large projects including academic, laboratory, and commercial clients an asset.

Solid understanding of the project delivery lifecycle

Technical Skills :

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD with the ability to update drawings.

Sound knowledge of REVIT and BIM.

Thorough understanding of HVAC, heating and cooling, plumbing, and fire protection systems.

Sound knowledge of the Mechanical Design Standard and Building Automation Standard.

Other :

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Effective interpersonal, organizational and management skills.

Demonstrated initiative, leadership and strong customer service focus.

Ability to meet deadlines under conditions of multiple demands and conflicting priorities.

Strong analytical skills.

Demonstrated ability to complete projects on time and on budget.

Please Note : This position is for a 3 year term contract.

Closing Date : 08 / 17 / 2025,11 : 59PM ET

Employee Group : Salaried

Appointment Type : Budget - Term

Schedule : Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone : PM 4 Hiring Zone : $106,705 - $124,491 Broadband Salary Range : $106,705 - $177,843

Job Category : Engineering / Technical

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Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

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Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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