Senior Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Burnaby, BC. The ideal candidate will lead building system retrofit projects focusing on HVAC and plumbing, possess strong engineering skills, and have 8–15 years of experience in mechanical design. Compensation ranges from $70.00 to $90.00 per hour in a hybrid workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D); Revit and SolidWorks not required.
• Canadian experience preferred; international experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs and detailed cost estimates.
• Oversee full project lifecycle including budgeting and scheduling.
• Respond to Requests for Proposal with technical submissions.

Skills

Mechanical design and implementation

Leadership in retrofit and upgrade projects

Experience with HVAC systems

Strong communication skills

Familiarity with energy management practices

Education

P.Eng designation

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Our client is a dynamic engineering consulting firm specializing in optimizing existing buildings to meet energy efficiency and climate goals. Their core focus includes HVAC systems, plumbing, and energy management solutions for commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities. The client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead building system retrofit and upgrade projects from concept through completion. While a P.Eng designation is preferred, it is not required. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering mindset, proven project leadership experience, and a passion for sustainable design. Typical project budgets range from $10K to $1M, with an average size around $50K.

Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Develop conceptual designs and detailed cost estimates for building system upgrades
• Prepare business cases and client reports
• Lead schematic and detailed design of HVAC and plumbing systems
• Produce technical specifications and drawings
• Prepare tender documentation aligned with client requirements
• Conduct field reviews and provide construction-phase support to ensure design intent is met

Project Management

• Oversee full project lifecycle including budgeting, resource planning, scheduling, and scope management
• Manage change orders and contingency planning
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff

Marketing & Business Development

• Respond to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) with technical submissions
• Promote the client’s services to existing and prospective clients
• Potential to lead or develop a specialized service area

Essential Skills

• 8–15 years of experience in mechanical design and implementation
• Expertise in existing building systems (boilers, chillers, HVAC)
• Proven ability to lead retrofit and upgrade projects
• Experience managing projects ranging from $10K to $1M
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D); Revit and SolidWorks not required
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Familiarity with energy management practices
• Canadian experience preferred (e.g., WSP, Introba, Rocky Point); international experience considered with local exposure

Additional Skills & Qualifications

P.Eng designation

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00 / hr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Burnaby,BC.

About Actalent

Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30000consultants et plus de 4500clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.

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About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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