Mechanical Designer

Description

• Prepare drawings, specifications and reports necessary to deliver a project.
• Work with clash/coordination reports, assisting with model audits and overall health of the model.
• Respond to both internal and external communication regarding project or design status; report to the principal and/or project manager regarding the design status.
• Any other tasks assigned by Principals or Project Managers required to assist in the completion of projects.
• Prepare calculations to size equipment and prepare equipment schedules that are project specific. Coordinate with necessary project consultants to review equipment. Ensure that a complete and correct design is achieved.
• Assist in construction administration by reviewing equipment shop drawings and conducting site visits, site reviews and preparing change notices, site instructions, etc.
• Check layouts and services for continuity; developing various mechanical systems layouts in coordination with the structural, architectural, and electrical components of a building.
• Assist with the distribution of work between the internal design team and attend project/technical meetings; where required.
• Create project specific details to clarify project scope and create building sections to assist with interference coordination between building systems.
• Develop layouts and design of mechanical building systems such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning, fire protection systems, plumbing and draining systems, and specialized plumbing systems (natural gas, fuel oil, medical gas, etc.)
• Liaise with suppliers and/or manufacturers for design support, equipment and component selection.
• Liaise with all project consultants; coordinate design requirements with all disciplines and supervise drawings between other disciplines; check layouts of mechanical services for interferences with other components of the building such as structure, ceilings, etc.
• Prepare calculations to size ductwork, gas, HVAC, piping, plumbing and drainage. Incorporate calculations into technical drawings.
• Coordinate with other disciples as required.
• Design mechanical building systems directly in Revit/CAD; adhering to company BIM/CAD standards.
• Design building systems in accordance with the requirements of municipal or provincial building code and other applicable standards.

Requirements

The Kelowna offices of Smith + Andersen are currently seeking a Mechanical Designer with a passion for mechanical building services design. You never shy away from a load calculation, and have the skills to produce drawings in Autodesk Revit. You enjoy taking on new challenges, but you’re most excited when you can buckle down and efficiently get work done. You’re not afraid to speak up and ask tough questions, and you pride yourself on your friendly yet direct communication skills. That’s why, whether you’re solving problems on your own or as part of a team, you excel. You don’t like being micro-managed, and are looking for an opportunity to work directly with senior leadership – to step up, learn more, and go further in your career.

Language: English

• Familiarity with municipal and provincial codes and authorities.
• Knowledge and experience working with Autodesk Revit is required, with exposure to mechanical layouts and systems.
• 2+ years of industry experience in the field of mechanical building services.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Diploma/Degree from a mechanical building services/engineering or technologist program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively with both internal and external clients.
• Familiar with structural, architectural, and electrical models to appreciate space limitations and interferences.
• Able to work independently, as well as contribute to the team
• Highly innovative and motivated with an attention to detail.
• Working knowledge with various mechanical systems such as heating, air conditioning, plumbing systems, etc.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, Navisworks Manage, or Dynamo software.
• Knowledge of all Microsoft Office suites, specifically Word and Excel.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in complex environment often driven by project deadlines.

Benefits

Appropriate accommodations will be provided to candidates upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process. Successful applicants will be advised of Smith + Andersen’s accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Salary Range: $72,500 - $80,000

• Flexible hours and half day Fridays (all year round)
• Purchase Time off Program
• Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
• Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Competitive salary
• Great Place to Work-Certified™
• Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
• Transit Subsidy Program
• Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness™

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance