Building Mechanical Engineer
Your Role
As an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer, you will contribute to the design and delivery of a wide variety of building projects while working closely with senior engineers, project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
You will be involved in all phases of project delivery, from concept development and design through construction support and project completion.
Key Responsibilities
Design mechanical systems for commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, laboratory, and mixed-use building projects.
Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
Develop HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, and building systems designs in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
Prepare and review construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical, structural, architectural, and other project disciplines.
Participate in project meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and internal teams.
Conduct site investigations, field reviews, and existing-condition assessments.
Support construction administration activities and respond to contractor technical inquiries.
Review shop drawings and equipment submittals.
Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and technical coordination efforts.
Assist in identifying innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient design solutions.
Support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative project environment.
Typical Projects
Commercial office buildings
Healthcare facilities
Educational institutions
Laboratories and research facilities
Industrial and manufacturing facilities
Airports and transportation infrastructure
Government and public sector buildings
Building modernization and retrofit projects
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Professional Designation
Registered P.Eng. with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or eligible for registration.
Experience
Approximately 5 to 10 years of experience in mechanical building systems consulting.
Experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for building projects.
Proven ability to independently manage mechanical design tasks and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
Experience participating in multiple projects simultaneously.
Technical Expertise
Experience in several of the following areas:
HVAC Systems
Heating and cooling load calculations
Air distribution systems
Ventilation systems
Central heating and cooling plants
Hydronic systems
Energy recovery systems
Building automation integration
Plumbing & Fire Protection
Domestic water systems
Sanitary and storm drainage systems
Specialty mechanical systems
Fire protection coordination
Sustainable Design
Energy-efficient building systems
Decarbonization initiatives
Electrification strategies
High-performance building design
LEED and sustainability objectives
Software Skills
Experience with:
Revit MEP
AutoCAD
HAP, Trace 3D, IES VE, or equivalent modelling tools
Microsoft Office Suite
What Will Make You Successful
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical building systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams
Strong communication and client-facing abilities
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong organizational and time management skills
Desire to learn, grow, and take on increasing project responsibility
Why Join BPA?
Work on challenging and meaningful projects across Ontario and Canada.
Collaborate with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary professionals.
Access mentorship, technical development, and career growth opportunities.
Flexible and supportive work environment.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunity to contribute to innovative, sustainable, and high-performance buildings.