Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Requirements

• 7-10 plus years of relevant experience in a consulting firm
• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in Mechanical HVAC plumbing design
• Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD required
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior staff
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including plumbing, HVAC, heating and cooling.
• Strong knowledge of current codes and standards such as the local plumbing and building codes.
• Solid understanding of building science, heat transfer, thermodynamics and airflow fundamentals.
• Solid knowledge of NFPA, NECB, and ASHRAE standards, local building code and plumbing code.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, electrical and civil drawings with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with and capable of producing energy modelling reports using IES virtual environment software
• Working knowledge of cooling calculation programs such as HAP or Trace700 is required.
• Experience in energy modeling and load calculation programs such as EE4, ComCheck, HAP, HOT2000, eQuest, DesignBuilder, OpenStudio, EnergyPlus, IES and/or PHPP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of building related mechanical systems including HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
• Able to work independently on specified scopes with minimal supervision
• Prepare contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to construction.
• Produce aspects of mechanical design and drawings in REVIT MEP, as well as in AutoCAD
• Coordination of mechanical systems and design with other disciplines
• Perform load calculations using company provided software
• Generate energy models and help with the preparation of energy modelling reports and compliance documentation.
• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.
• Adhere to Krahn’s design standards in preparing drawings and specifications and following the design requirements established for each project.
• Review shop drawings and other contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.
• Perform field surveys for drawing developments, site reviews and as recorded drawings
• Coach, mentor, and provide professional leadership to team members ensuring junior staff and others are supported and motivated
• Effectively communicate with team members and other departments to ensure assignments and projects are completed on time as required by the Project Manager, Discipline Lead or Supervisor.
• Strive to accomplish company goals of high-quality workmanship and project timelines through the continual improvement of workflows and design standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledges of LEED requirements is an asset