Mechanical DesignerEngineer

Ottawa - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 62000 - 80000

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you intentional about developing your competencies and setting high standard for the quality of your work

Do you strive to add value every day and communicate in ways that connect with the people around you

Are you committed to your team and investing in your own growth

If you answeredYESto these questions then GWAL is the place for you!

GWALs Vision is centred on 3 pillars:

Be the industry leading design engineering firm.
Be easy to work with.
Be the choice employer.

Founded 70 years agoGWAL is an award-winning mechanical and electrical engineering consulting firm serving a broad range of public and private sector clients. Our team consists of licensed personnel in Ontario Quebec Nova Scotia Manitoba Alberta and British Columbia. Officially incorporated in 1956 under the Ontario Charter we now proudly operate as adivision of Englobe. This partnership enhances our capabilities and resources allowing us to better serve our clients while maintaining our established identity and commitment to excellence in engineering. Our competitive advantage allows us to consistently design and implement innovative mechanical and electrical systems for commercial institutional light industrial and mixed-use residential and commercial buildings of all types and sizes as well as engineering advocacy expert testimony sustainability and specialized studies.

In your new role with GWAL you will work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer and be accountable to:

Reviewing project plans requirements and budgets in order to assist senior engineer in determining clients needs and provide value engineering.
Providing interdisciplinary coordination and information sharing with in-house electrical department and project engineer as well as other consultants.
Designing clear concise project layout & system drawings and plans using AutoCAD and Revit.
Verifying drawings and plans for compliance with applicable regulations contract specifications and engineering principles with respect to HVAC plumbing utilities and fire protection through system analysis and familiarization with products.
Adhering to standards such as ASHRAE SMACNA OBC and NFPA in all design work.
Verifying measurements materials specified and locations for placement of components.
Preparing applications and assemble exhibits for permit approvals.
Revising plans and drawings according to comments from regulatory agencies and other reviewers.
Modifying existing project drawing database to maintain an up-to-date as-built state.
Preparing fee estimates and construction cost proposals.
Assisting with project management with project engineers authorization including provision of mechanical design services; following the projects progress from tender issue though construction completion via site surveys site inspections and client correspondence.
Reviewing progress billings and CCOs from contractor and revisions to plans.
Providing system analysis and energy/cooling load calculations.
Contributing to ongoing refinement of AutoCAD procedures and office standards.
Obtaining high-level security clearance with numerous organizations as required.

What youll need to succeed

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Technology or similar field
Previous experience in building services would be a huge asset!
Solid experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit
Valid PSPC Security Clearance or the ability to attain it
problem solving and critical thinking abilities
Strong understanding of Acts Codes and Engineering Practices
Well-developed understanding of theories and principles
Proficient skills in Tools Methods Techniques and Practices of the industry

What youll get in return

Competitive salary and benefits but more importantly the opportunity to work for a leader in Engineering project diversity and a recently awarded Best Workplace in Canada! All our positions offer career development opportunities job security and a great chance to learn with the best in your field.

Dont meet every single requirementStudies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At GWAL we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Note: Were all about using smart tech to make hiring smooth and fair. Our AI helps us find the best fit for our team but dont worry - our people leaders do the important selection work. Ready to see this in action Apply now and lets get started

Required Experience:

Are you intentional about developing your competencies and setting high standard for the quality of your work Do you strive to add value every day and communicate in ways that connect with the people around youAre you committed to your team and investing in your own growthIf you answeredYESto these ...