About this roleSince 1964 the MCW Group has built a solid reputation for the delivery of Professional Consulting Engineering Services, Energy Management Services, and Engineering Development Services. The systems designed by the MCW Group of Companies are built to deliver energy effectively in the form of lighting, heating and cooling, as well as information in the form of voice and data. By the very nature of the solutions provided, the MCW Group of Companies help to create the environments required for Clients to live, educate, work, play and heal.
We have created for our clients the largest block of verified carbon emissions savings of any Canadian consulting firm. For more than two decades MCW Consultants Ltd., and its sister company, MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. have been providing sustainable building designs with the goal to permanently reduce our clients' environmental footprint and create sustainable communities.
Benefits of working at MCW:
• The opportunity to work on significant, innovative, and sustainable projects
• Career development opportunities, including mentorship and training
• Collaboration with team members across Canada
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Professional development fees covered
MCW is currently seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our Toronto office. This position plays a key role in coordinating projects of various sizes and complexity to deliver project deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to apply their skills and knowledge and to develop their professional career. This posting is for an existing vacancy within MCW.
Position: Mechanical Designer
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Salary Range: $65,000 - $95,000
Primary Objective: Responsible for the development and management of assigned project work during all phases, from inception through planning, design and construction, in accordance with the project scope, schedule and budget. Responsible for completing the construction administration for projects including site visits and construction meetings.
Responsibilities: The Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:
• Implement the design concept through the preparation and production of drawings and schematics of mechanical systems, including HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection.
• 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 to ensure drawing integrity and completeness.
• Assist in the contract documents including the specifications.
• Work with the field review team during the construction phase and ensure code compliance.
• Work with project team and Project Manager to ensure on-time project completion.
• Update the schedule regularly as agreed to for the project.
• Assist with shop-drawing reviews.
• Work with contractors and responding to technical inquiries.
• Provide technical and administrative support through all phases of the project.
• Help to establish and promote client relationships.
• Coordinate with internal production teams.
• Strive to ensure quality and timely delivery of finished products to clients.
• Attend site and online meetings and communicate directly with clients to complete the project from start to finish.
• Escalate resource issues to the appropriate Project Manager.
• Overtime as required.
Qualifications, Experience and Education:
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Completion of a University Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Working towards obtaining Professional Engineer Designation in Ontario.
• Background developing construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Familiar with bid and tendering process.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, and Word.
• Experience working with customers and client base.
• Experience working in a team-based environment.
• Experience in site investigations and construction review is considered an asset.
Required Skills:
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines/successful completion of deliverables.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives.
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
• Excellent time management skills and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented.
• Team and customer service-focused.
Job Specific Competencies:
Analytical Thinking – Analyzing and synthesizing information to understand issues
Client Focus – Providing service excellence with added value to internal and/or external clients
Continuous Learning – Identifying and addressing learning and developmental needs to enhance own performance
Creativity and Innovation – Modifies current approaches to generating viable, new approaches and solutions
Initiative – Addresses current issues by dealing with situations proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise
Interactive Communication – Listening to others and communicating articulately, fostering two-way open communication
Legislative, Policies, Procedures & Standards – Understanding and using relevant legislation, policies, procedures and/or standards in performing one’s work
Results Management – Supervises work/projects by organizing time, work and resources to accomplish in the most effective and efficient way
Self Confidence – Demonstrating realistic trust in own abilities and confidence when challenged
Teamwork – Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals
MCW Group of Companies does not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to screen, assess, or select candidates. All applications are reviewed by our hiring team. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
MCW Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.
MCW Group of Companies welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.