[Hiring] Mechanical Technologist @Stantec

Role Description

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and technologists on multiple projects for a range of public and private sector clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Prepare contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to construction.
• Assist in the design of building related mechanical systems including HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
• Review equipment selections, perform preliminary engineering calculations, and develop preliminary designs.
• Produce aspects of mechanical design and drawings in REVIT, as well as in AutoCAD.
• Follow production guidelines and project standards.
• Work closely with the Lead Designer and Mechanical Team in recommending the best use of project tools to achieve project objectives, troubleshoot and resolve issues with the project tools.
• Ensure the assurance of quality, consistency, and integrity of the electronic handover of deliverables.
• Assist with periodic construction administration tasks (prepare documentation for site instructions or change requests).
• Incorporate information from site, contractor markups, 3D scans, and existing drawings to produce as-built drawings.
• Perform thorough quality control of construction documents.
• Work as a contributing team member within a multi-discipline team.
• Communicate with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards to complete assignments and projects in a timely manner as required by the Project Manager or Lead Designer.
• Understand and execute and/or direct work within Stantec's quality control guidelines.
• Comply with Stantec's Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSS&E) program.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with others on large complex projects.
• Work as a contributing team member within a multi-discipline team.
• Ability to work independently with engineering supervision on small projects.
• Ability to take general direction, consolidate available information and data, and determine how to effectively complete tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and spoken English.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical building systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection) and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Knowledge or familiarity with National Building Codes, plumbing codes, fire codes, energy codes.
• Familiarity with building construction documentation and design process.
• Experience taking systems design concepts and translating into technical content in the form of production drawings.
• Experience with buildings consulting industry.
• Knowledge or familiarity with LEED standards, ASHRAE, ASPE and NFPA would be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Self-motivated and self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Good time management skills and able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
• Understand and work within Stantec's quality control guidelines.
• Comply with Stantec's HSS&E program.
• Strong desire to learn and work in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment.
• Local presence is preferred, but open to remote work setup within Canada (in proximity to a Stantec office).

Requirements

• Engineering Design and Drafting Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years working experience with parametric modeling software(s) preferred.
• Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD is an asset.
• Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
• Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.