Mechanical Engineer

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ottawa seeks a Professional Engineer with 5+ years of experience in plumbing and HVAC systems design. You will provide design support, manage client communications, and ensure project quality within a collaborative team environment. The role offers attractive pay, flexible working conditions, and a strong corporate culture.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systems design.
• Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code, ASHRAE, NFPA, CSA.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and technical support for plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Manage client communications and oversee quality deliverables.
• Conduct site surveys and complete routine site reviews.

Skills

Design of plumbing systems

HVAC systems knowledge

Fire protection systems

AutoCAD MEP

Revit MEP

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity to join the WSP Buildings team located 3 days per week in our Ottawa office. You will collaborate with Senior Engineers in the application of plumbing, drainage, HVAC, and fire protection design knowledge for a wide range of projects spanning the commercial, residential, institutional, and retail sectors. This is a diverse, challenging position requiring familiarity with construction contract administration processes and protocols.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we\'re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we\'re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we\'re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it\'s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here

• Provide design, calculations, and technical support for the layout of plumbing, HVAC and fire protection systems in retrofit or new projects
• Complete engineering studies and assessments with accompanying reports
• Convert markups into working CAD or Revit MEP drawings
• Compile and prepare specifications relevant to each project
• Manage communications with clients and other consultants
• Manage deadlines, lead coordination efforts with other disciplines or consultants, and oversee quality of deliverables
• Review shop drawings and reply to requests for information submitted by contractors during construction phase
• Prepare change notices, change orders and payment certificates as part of contract administration during construction
• Conduct site surveys during investigative/design phases and complete routine site reviews during construction as part of the obligation to complete general reviews per OBC and to assure adherence to contract documents
• Assist and contribute to the preparation of proposals and fees

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario at a minimum.
• 5+ years of experience in the design of plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systems
• Well versed and familiar with applicable codes and standards including, but not limited to, the Ontario Building Code, ASHRAE, NFPA, CSA
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD MEP and Revit MEP
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and Excel
• Self-motivated with strong verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• A "can do" attitude, able to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to adapt to fluctuating workloads and expedited timelines
• Ability to manage multiple projects