Senior Mechanical Engineer

AECO; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on mentorship

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM Buildings + Places Canada (B+P Canada) in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead buildings projects (commercial, institutional, light industrial). This full-time hybrid role offers growth and travel to nearby cities. The position is newly created with mentorship from senior engineers and collaboration across disciplines.

Design HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and controls; oversee design to construction; engage clients and vendors; ensure quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and six years of design HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and controls for commercial, institutional and light industrial facilities.
• Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia in good standing.
• Able to obtain security clearance for government work.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and construction administration for buildings projects.
• Prepare Basis of Design reports, technical memos and specifications.
• Develop concept to detailed designs and coordinate across disciplines.
• Design HVAC systems including package units, central plants, and hydronic systems.
• Design complete plumbing systems including potable water, drainage, and gas piping.
• Develop fire protection designs using performance specs; perform HVAC calculations (Carrier HAP).
• Calculate duct and pipe sizing, water/drainage flows, and pump sizing.
• Design and integrate controls with Building Management and SCADA systems.
• Produce equipment schedules and coordinate with vendors.
• Support 3D drafting in REVIT as needed and review drawings for quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mentoring

Independent work

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC

Tools

Carrier HAP

REVIT

Job description

• Primary Location: CA - Burnaby, BC - 3292 Production W
• Compensation: CAD 120000 - CAD 145000 - yearly

Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

AECOM Buildings + Places, is seeking a motivated and skilled SeniorMechanical Engineerto help lead buildings projects (commercial, institutional, light industrial facilities).This position is based out ofBurnaby, British Columbia office with opportunities for hybrid work. Some travel to nearby cities may be required.This role offers opportunities for career growth. This is a newly created position.

AECOM Buildings + Places Canada (B+P Canada) is a vibrant and growing fully integrated team spanning architecture, all the building’s engineering disciplines, landscape architecture, urban planning, economics and asset management for design and infrastructure projects. Project assignments may include, although not limited to: Municipal, Institutional, and Government projects.

Major Responsibilities:

• Mechanical Project Lead responsible for design and construction administration.
• Prepare Basis of Design report, technical memorandum and Specifications.
• Independently performs all tasks necessary to complete primary design at the early stages of the project and develops the concept to high quality detailed design, co-ordinates with all disciplines.
• Design HVAC system including package units, central plants, and hydronic system.
• Design complete plumbing system including potable water distribution system, drainage system, and miscellaneous system such as compressed air and natural gas piping.
• Design fire protection systems using a performance specification approach.
• Performs HVAC calculations and analysis using industry programs (Carrier HAP).
• Perform calculation for duct and pipe sizing, water and drainage flows, water heater sizing and pump sizing and selection.
• Design HVAC Controls systems with integration into Building Management Systems and SCADA Systems.
• Provide equipment schedules, select equipment, and coordinate with vendors.
• Assists with the design and drafting of mechanical systems in 3D such as REVIT on an as needed basis.
• Performs self-quality control reviews of design calculations or drawings prior to submitting them to senior staff for review and verification.
• Attend and conduct meetings with clients, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Travels to construction sites to conduct mechanical inspections and prepare reports.
• Support field staff during construction phase of projects, including responding to submittal reviews and RFIs, and site instructions.
• Manage and coordinate work with engineers and technicians of other disciplines and architects.
• Strong communication skills, spoken and written.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Benefits from hands-on mentorship from senior engineers while contributing your expertise to live projects.
• Assists mechanical engineering team manager with mentoring junior engineering staff.
• Well organized, self-directed work habits with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and schedule tasks managing multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess no less than:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering + six(6) years of experience designing HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and controls for commercial, institutional, and light industrial facilities.
• Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Colombia in good standing.
• Able to obtain security clearance for government work.

Preferred Requirements

• 10+ years of experience with strong consulting industry background.
• Experience with sustainability standards (LEED, Net Zero, Passive House, Envision) would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work with, lead, and mentor junior engineers.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• 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.

About AECOM

• 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.

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.

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