Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

AME Group; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible and hybrid work options

Every second Friday off

Vacation starting at 3 weeks

Comprehensive health and dental benefit

EFAP

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

Job summary

AME Consulting Group in Edmonton is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design efforts. You will perform calculations and draft layouts, coordinating with the design team, suppliers, contractors and clients.

You will oversee Junior Designers, assemble comprehensive design packages for client submission, and contribute to fee proposals. A strong focus on sustainable design and collaboration across disciplines is expected in this growth‑minded,

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of mechanical (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) design experience.
• Design experience in the recreation sector is an asset.
• EIT or P.Eng designation; registered in good standing with EGBC or APEGA.
• AutoCAD and Microsoft Office experience; familiarity with Revit, IESve and HAP is a plus.
• Sustainable design credentials (LEED or Passive House) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver designs that meet project scope, quality, and schedule as directed by team leads.
• Perform and review heating, cooling, and ventilation load calculations (HAP, TAS, Excel).
• Prepare mechanical and plumbing schematic design layouts and final designs.
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, and construction changes.
• Coordinate mechanical requirements with other disciplines on the project design team.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and provide innovative technical solutions.
• Oversee Junior and Intermediate Designers to ensure quality delivery.
• Assist with fee proposal preparation.
• Maintain QA/QC processes to uphold AME quality goals.
• Set technical direction for the team.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

EIT or P.Eng designation

Professional Technologist designation

LEED® Certification or Passive House Designer

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

HAP

TAS

IESve

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Edmonton office. In this role, you will be responsible for performing engineering calculations and drafting, while coordinating with the design team, equipment suppliers, contractors, and clients. This role also involves overseeing design tasks for Junior Mechanical Designers and assembling comprehensive design packages for client submission.

AME Consulting Group is an employee-owned organization that provides our employees with opportunities to build their legacy with exciting career possibilities and growth. We specialize in sustainable and environmentally responsible design, with projects across a diverse range of sectors. With a resolve for a better tomorrow, we have cultivated an environment where learning and mentoring thrives. We are looking for someone who is motivated, talented, and a committed team member to join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver designs that meet the needs of the project deliverables in both quality and timeliness as defined by the team leaders.
• Perform and review heating, cooling, and ventilation load calculations (HAP, TAS, Excel, etc.).
• Prepare Mechanical and Plumbing schematic design layout and final design.
• Review shop drawings, Requests for Information (RFIs), and other construction changes
• Coordinate mechanical requirements with other disciplines involved in the project design team.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts on challenging or high-impact projects, providing innovative solutions to technical issues.
• Oversee the work of Junior and Intermediate Designers within the team to ensure the delivery of quality projects.
• Assist with fee proposal preparation.
• Increase technical core competency score each year.
• Practice QA/QC processes to ensure that AME’s quality goals are maintained.
• Set technical direction for the team.

Key Skills

• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Up-to-date knowledge of engineering technical developments.
• Strong analytical, communication and report writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships with all employees, clients, colleagues, and municipal agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and conflicting priorities.
• Sound engineering decision-making and judgment.

Qualifications and Experience

• EIT, P.Eng. or Professional Technologist designation (registered and in good standing with EGBC or APEGA).
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with Revit, IESve and HAP would be an asset.
• Minimum 7 years of mechanical (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) experience in design, project management and client relations.
• Design experience in recreation sector, including knowledge of aquatic design standards and regulations, would be an asset.
• Sustainable design certification (LEED®, Certified Passive House Designer, etc.) or experience would be an asset.

We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible and hybrid work options
• Every second Friday off
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• RRSP matching
• Profit sharing

At AME, we are committed to the principles of employment equity in all our offices, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

We thank all those that apply but only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.