Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Job title: Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Job description: The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Junior/Intermediate Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our Buildings Group within the Dartmouth, NS office. Reporting to the Manager of M and E in the Buildings Business Unit, this is an exciting career opportunity for the right individual with the skills, determination and drive to grow into a senior technical role in the mechanical engineering group. WSP’s Buildings team engages in the design of healthcare, educational, commercial, hospitality, environmental infrastructure, recreational and light industrial facilities.

WSP is committed to becoming the leading M&E firm in Canada and globally around the use of production through technology / design automation and we are looking for an individual to support this short to medium-term plan.

Why WSP?

• A Canadian success story – we’re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer,
• Enhance the world around you – from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada;
• Outstanding career opportunities – we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday – we’re open to your ideas and trying new things;
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• Participate in the design of plans, preliminary estimations and details for commercial, light industrial, educational, institutional, and healthcare buildings.
• Design of various building systems including but not limited to plumbing, HVAC, controls, fire protection.
• Preparation of drawings and specifications, design calculations, and detail development.
• Preparation of reports, project plans and other supporting documentation as required.
• Utilize industry specific software and related technologies in design and analysis (AutoCAD, REVIT, BIM360, HAP)
• Responsible for researching and implementing new technology designs as required to meet client’s objectives.
• Maintain knowledge of National, Provincial and Municipal Codes and Standards. Ensures the design documents meet established project criteria and applicable standards. Coordinates the preparation of engineering specifications and drawings.
• Participates in client management, business development and proposal preparation activities.
• Contract Administration duties including, but not limited to, shop drawing reviews, answering RFIs, COs, Progress Claims and Site Reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.
• You will ensure compliance with WSP policies, practices, procedures and protocols.
• You will develop and implement design and production standards related to our engineering practice.

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• Technologist diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Knowledge and understanding of building mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing and fire protection.
• Demonstrated knowledge of National Building Code, National Plumbing Code, National Fire Code.
• Must be able to complete the majority of project work independently, with coordination and resources from other offices.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and independent environment.
• Team player and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You currently hold or able to obtain a secret level security clearance.
• Must have excellent leadership, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills with a strong desire and ability to collaborate and problem solve in an integrated team environment.

Company: WSP

Expected salary:

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Job date: Thu, 13 Jan 2022 03:22:26 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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