Senior Mechanical Design Technician - Buildings

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

Job summary

A leading engineering and design firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced professional to join their team. You will be responsible for designing fire protection, plumbing, and HVAC systems while collaborating with a team of engineers. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience and a strong understanding of relevant codes and software tools. The position offers a mix of engaging projects and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide design, calculations, and technical support for systems.
• Prepare specifications and manage client communications.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee quality of deliverables.

Skills

Design of fire protection systems

Plumbing expertise

HVAC systems knowledge

Technical support

Strong communication skills

AutoCAD MEP proficiency

Revit MEP proficiency

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Certified Technician (CTech)

Certified engineering technologist (C.E.T.)

Tools

AutoCAD MEP

Revit MEP

Heating and cooling load analysis software (HAP)

Job description

The Opportunity:

Ready to make an impact? Join the WSP Buildings team, working three days a week from our Queensview office. You’ll collaborate with senior engineers on exciting projects across commercial, residential, institutional, and retail sectors—applying your skills in plumbing, drainage, HVAC, and fire protection design.

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 fire protection, plumbing, HVAC and controls systems in retrofit or new projects
• Complete engineering studies and assessments with accompanying reports
• Preparation and execution of 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

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Certified Technician (CTech) at a minimum, certified engineering technologist preferred (C.E.T.)
• 10+ years of experience in the design of fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, and controls 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
• Good working knowledge of heating and cooling load analysis software such as HAP
• 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
• Ability to obtain PSPC Reliability clearance is necessary for this role