Senior Mechanical Engineer

Culture Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Edmonton with 6+ years of experience designing HVAC and plumbing for commercial, institutional and light industrial facilities. The role offers hybrid work and opportunities to lead design, coordinate disciplines, and support field activities.

Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree, P.Eng. Alberta preferred, and strong knowledge of LEED or Net Zero approaches. Travel to nearby cities may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 6+ years of design experience.
• Tstrong Experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection for commercial/institutional facilities.
• Experience with LEED or Net Zero design approaches and strong knowledge of codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design delivery and construction administration.
• Independently complete early-stage design tasks and coordinate across disciplines.
• Design HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and BMS controls.
• Perform HVAC calculations using industry tools (e.g., Carrier HAP).
• Support field investigations and site visits; travel may be required.
• Assist business development and proposal writing.

Skills

HVAC System Design

Plumbing Systems

Project Leadership

BMS Controls

Site Inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. Alberta

Tools

Carrier HAP

AutoCAD

REVIT

LEED design tools

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM’s Buildings + Places business line is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to help lead building projects across commercial, institutional, and light industrial facilities, including water and wastewater treatment plants and sewage lift stations. The role is based in our Edmonton, AB office, with hybrid work opportunities available. Occasional travel to nearby cities may be required.

AECOM Buildings + Places Canada (B+P Canada) is a dynamic, fully integrated team that brings together architecture, building engineering disciplines, economics, and asset management for design and infrastructure projects. We work on various assignments, including water, transit, municipal, commercial, institutional, justice, education, and government projects.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Mechanical Project Lead, responsible for design delivery and construction administration.
• Independently complete early-stage design tasks and advance concepts through high-quality detailed design, coordinating with all disciplines.
• Design HVAC, controls, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Perform HVAC calculations and analysis using industry tools (e.g., Carrier HAP).
• Complete engineering calculations, conduct design drawing reviews, and support field investigations.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, regulations, and client standards.
• Write and edit mechanical specifications.
• Conduct site visits for mechanical inspections and prepare clear, concise reports (some out-of-town travel expected).
• Support business development, including proposal writing.
• Prepare written reports and communicate results clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Apply working knowledge of LEED or other sustainability/green rating systems.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering plus 6+ years of experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and light industrial facilities (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Preferred Requirements

• P.Eng. registration in Alberta (or ability to obtain).
• 20+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong consulting engineering background.
• Strong experience preparing project-specific technical specifications.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems (including hydronic systems) and BMS controls.
• Design experience with plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Experience with LEED / Net Zero design approaches.
• Ability to obtain security clearance for government work.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $120000 to $160000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

• Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

ReqID: J10155980

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 120000 - CAD 160000 - yearly