Mechanical Engineering - Project Engineer

Responsibilities:  The Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare the concept design and complete load calculations, schematics, equipment selection and system concept report.
• Coordinate with other disciplines internally as well as externally with consultants and architects
• Prepare the contract documents including the specifications.
• Conduct site visits during the construction phase. 
• Work with the field review team during the construction phase and ensure ASHRAE compliance and LEED where applicable.
• Update the schedule regularly as agreed to for the project
• Evaluate shop drawing reviews.
• Provide the Project Manager with various status reports
• Escalate resource issues to the appropriate Project Manager
• Assist in sourcing new work and maintaining existing client base

Qualifications, Experience and Education:

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant discipline such as Building Systems
• Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.) or Eligibility for licensing in the Province of Alberta, Ontario or British Colombia
• 5+ years of engineering and/or design co-ordination experience in the consulting industry
• Experience in multi-disciplined project coordination and management

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and REVIT is an asset
• Require comprehensive knowledge of current engineering principles and practices, complemented with a strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices
•  Experience conducting site visits would be an asset.
• Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner
• Knowledge of Canadian/American Engineering standards
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures

Job Specific Competencies:

Analytical Thinking – Analyzing and synthesizing complex situations and information to understand issues identify options and support sound decision making

Attention to Detail – Working in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner

Client Focus – Provides added value through service excellence to internal and/or external clients

Continuous Learning – Identifying and addressing learning and developmental needs to enhance own performance

Decision Making – Making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity

Information Gathering and Processing – Locating and collecting data from appropriate sources and analyzing it to prepare meaningful and concise reports that summarize the information

Problem Solving – Identifying problems and the solutions to them

Resilience – Remains energized and focused in the face of ambiguity, change or strenuous demands

Results Management – Organizes time, work and resources to accomplish objectives in the most effect and efficient way

Teamwork – Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals