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Design Specialist

Gatineau, QC
Hybrid
Posted Sep 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Design Specialist is responsible for designing and integrating HVAC control systems for mission-critical environments like data centers and pharmaceutical facilities. They will also manage technical documentation, select instrumentation components, and coordinate design deliverables with internal and external stakeholders.

Job details

PHS Canada is looking for a Design Specialist to join our Design team and strengthen our technical expertise in high-performance HVAC control systems. Reporting to the Design Supervisor, this position plays a key role in the design, documentation, and integration of control systems for HVAC and mechanical systems used in mission-critical environments such as data centers, biotechnology facilities, and pharmaceutical operations. What you bring to the table * Design and develop sequences of operation for HVAC control systems in industrial and mission-critical applications. * Manage all engineering and instrumentation aspects of HVAC and related mechanical systems. * Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including submittals, testing procedures, network schematics, and P&ID layouts. * Select appropriate instrumentation and control components based on technical specifications and application requirements. * Coordinate design deliverables and schedules with internal engineering teams, project managers, and external stakeholders. * Serve as a technical advisor to clients and contractors, providing clear and accurate communication on control design and integration issues. * Ensure project designs align with budget, schedule, and performance targets. * Gather and organize data for seamless integration of control equipment into overall system architecture Essential skills and qualifications to be successful * Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering. * Minimum 3–5 years of experience in HVAC controls, instrumentation, or industrial automation systems. * Strong working knowledge of communication protocols such as Ethernet, Modbus, and BACnet (serial and TCP/IP). * Proficiency with CAD-based design tools (AutoCAD or equivalent) and Microsoft operating systems. * Strong technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot control system hardware and networks. * Effective written and verbal communication skills in French; English proficiency is considered an asset. * Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively across teams. * Ability to travel periodically (up to 10%) to engineering offices and project sites as required. Work Location: Quebec - Possibility of remote work, subject to the candidate’s location #LIHybrid About Us PHS Canada is a systems automation provider specializing in HVAC and mechanical control systems for industrial and mission-critical environments. We deliver high-performance solutions for data centers, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical facilities, ensuring reliability, precision, and efficiency. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to innovative projects that power essential industries across Canada.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering with 3–5 years of experience in HVAC controls or industrial automation. Proficiency in CAD software and knowledge of communication protocols like BACnet and Modbus are essential.