Senior Mechanical Designer

• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #12481
• Salary: CA$95,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer for one of our clients who are a global engineering consultancy specializing in innovative and sustainable solutions for the built environment. The company provides multidisciplinary expertise in areas such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering, energy modeling, building performance, and sustainability consulting. 

Collaborating with a diverse team to develop innovative, sustainable energy systems and high-performance buildings, the Senior Mechanical Designer plays a pivotal role within a dynamic design team. This role involves leading the design and engineering of heating, cooling, plumbing, and low-carbon energy systems across various building types and applications, including residential, mixed-use developments, office buildings, district energy systems, airports, community centers, art galleries and museums, childcare facilities, firehalls, and aquatic centers.
 

Responsibilities:

• Perform and review calculations for heating, cooling, and ventilation loads using tools such as HAP, TAS, or Excel.
• Develop mechanical and plumbing schematic designs and finalize layouts.
• Create and maintain detailed schedules for mechanical equipment and motor lists.
• Review and prepare comprehensive mechanical specifications.
• Select and confirm mechanical equipment and motor lists following established selection procedures.
• Review shop drawings, respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), and address other construction-related changes.
• Collaborate with other disciplines on the project design team to ensure seamless coordination of mechanical requirements.
• Lead and supervise Junior and Intermediate Designers, ensuring quality project delivery.
• Coordinate or confirm service requirements and connections with relevant utility or municipal agencies.
• Contribute to the preparation of fee proposals.
• Foster and maintain strong client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Over 5 years of design experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems.
• University degree or college/technology diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) designation is highly preferred.
• LEED® or Passive House Accreditation is considered an asset.
• Experience with Passive House, Aquatics, or District Energy projects is a plus.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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