Mechanical Engineer

Ottawa, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$120,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Assess existing HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems; prepare condition assessments, reserve fund studies, capital plans, reports, and technical recommendations. Design mechanical systems for renovation and retrofit projects, conduct site reviews, support construction administration, and coordinate project delivery with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Job details

Mechanical Engineer Multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy Firm Location: Vaughan | Hybrid Salary: Up to $120k | Full Time Your New Company Our client is a growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy delivering mechanical, structural, building envelope, restoration, capital planning, accessibility, and energy optimization services across Canada. Working predominantly within the existing-building consulting space, the firm partners with condominium corporations, building owners, property managers, developers, healthcare organizations, and institutional clients to deliver practical engineering solutions focused on mechanical systems, asset management, rehabilitation, capital planning, and long-term building performance. The organization offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture that supports technical development, mentorship, cross-disciplinary exposure, and long-term career progression. Your New Role Our client is currently expanding their mechanical team and is open to speaking with professionals ranging from Mechanical EITs through to Senior Mechanical Engineers. The role offers a diverse mix of: HVAC & Plumbing Design Building Condition Assessments Reserve Fund Studies Capital Planning Existing Building Evaluations Mechanical System Assessments Site Reviews Construction Administration Client-Facing Consulting Project Coordination & Delivery Key Responsibilities Conduct assessments of HVAC, plumbing and mechanical building systems. Perform building condition assessments, reserve fund studies and capital planning assignments. Prepare mechanical engineering reports and technical recommendations. Design HVAC, plumbing and hydronic systems for renovation, retrofit and replacement projects. Complete mechanical calculations, equipment selection and system sizing. Prepare specifications, tender packages and construction documentation. Undertake site investigations and field reviews. Review shop drawings, RFIs and contractor submissions. Support construction administration activities and project delivery. Coordinate with clients, contractors, architects and multidisciplinary consultants. Participate in budgeting, scheduling and project coordination activities. Mentor junior technical staff where appropriate. What You'll Need To Succeed Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. P.Eng., EIT, or actively pursuing professional licensure. Experience within consulting engineering environments. Building systems experience including HVAC and plumbing design. Familiarity with Canadian building projects. Experience with existing buildings considered a strong asset. Exposure to reserve fund studies, capital planning or building condition assessments considered highly desirable. Construction administration and site review experience. Strong technical report writing and communication skills. Valid driver's licence and access to reliable transportation. What You’ll Get In Return Competitive salary based on experience and level. Profit-sharing bonus opportunities. Comprehensive benefits package. Health Spending Account. Wellness Allowance. Flexible work arrangements. Long-term career progression opportunities. Exposure to diverse building consulting projects. Mentorship and professional development support. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, please send your updated CV to tim.spencer@hays.com. If this role isn't quite right but you're exploring opportunities within mechanical consulting engineering, feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion. This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization. AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and P.Eng. or EIT status, or active pursuit of professional licensure, are required. Candidates should have consulting engineering experience, HVAC and plumbing building-systems experience, strong technical writing and communication skills, construction administration or site review experience, and a valid driver's licence with reliable transportation.