Mechanical Engineering

As a part of our continued growth AECOM Buildings Places is seeking a motivated and skilled Mechanical HVAC Engineer to join our Ottawa-based team to support various buildings projects.

The successful hire will focus on Mechanical HVAC during the construction phase of projects. This role requires site-visits with some work from office and home permitted as well.

Job Summary: 

You will work in a team environment with other engineers technologists BIM specialists and project managers to deliver projects in this sector as well as in support of those in other business lines (such as Transportation and Water) to our clients both here in Ottawa and across Eastern Canada.  You will also be a part of multidisciplinary project teams comprising of other engineering disciplines consultants and architects.

Major Responsibilities: 

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Preparing deliverables and products such as presentation materials calculations drawings specifications selections and cost estimates related to heating ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing systems for commercial institutional and light industrial facilities.
• Performing field investigation for incorporating existing conditions into construction documents.
• Performing construction administration duties such as shop drawing review RFI response construction inspection and respond to client questions.
  • Conduct on-site visits weekly to monitor construction progress address issues and ensure compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate with design teams and contractors to resolve technical and construction-related challenges.
  • Perform quality assurance reviews ensuring that construction aligns with approved plans and specifications.
• Working within a project team environment and possessing good presentation and client interface skills.
• Coordinating work with other project disciplines.
• Working independently and making technical mechanical decisions based on building code interpretation and company standard practice.
• Demonstrating creativity foresight and mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual project delivery technical and client challenges determining technical objectives and requirements organizing programs and projects and developing standards and guides for technical activities and applications.
• Staying abreast of industry standards and approaches and best practices.
• Ensuring project work is undertaken is accordance with corporate health and safety policies and quality management systems. Mentoring junior staff.
• Performing assignments of limited scope and complexity. Uses a variety of standard engineering methods and techniques in solving problems.
• Assisting more senior level engineers in carrying out technical tasks requiring accuracy in calculations completeness of data and adherence to prescribed analysis design or computation methods.
• Applying standard practices and techniques in specific situations. Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

In order to be considered for this position candidates must meet the requirements below at a very minimum: 

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering plus two (2) years experience designing HVAC and plumbing for commercial institutional and light industrial facilities.
• Holding or the ability to obtain Secret Level security clearance

Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (or has the ability to become one within 12 months) in Ontario. 
• Experience designing HVAC and plumbing for commercial institutional and light industrial facilities within an engineering firm)
• Working experience with NBC BCBC BCPC SMACNA ASHRAE codes and standards
• Experience using HAP AutoCAD REVIT Microsoft Office including Excel Word Project and Power Point
• Experience with Building Energy Modeling and their software platforms (IES eQuest Energy Plus HOT2000 RETScreen etc.) would be considered an asset
• Experience with sustainability standards (LEED Net Zero Passive House Envision) would be considered an asset
• Fire protection design experience 
• Familiarity with ISO quality management system
• Experience working within internal multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Additional Information :

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

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 2024. Learn more at . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time