Role Mechanical Technician/Designer
Job Location Hamilton, Ontario
Job Details Full-Time
Pay Band $25.00 – $29.00 per hour
Overview
DEI Consulting Engineers Inc. (DEI) is a professional mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm providing services to architects and building owners in the building service industry since 1999. With a comprehensive list of completed projects ranging from residential, education, institutional, recreational, and commercial, DEI has the experience to provide full-service mechanical and electrical consulting for any development, building, or client.
Role Overview
DEI’s goal is to hire a mechanical designer/technician that has graduated from an accredited university engineering program or a college level mechanical, architectural, or building-focused technology program to begin their career in the building services consulting industry.
This position is for a current vacancy.
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Assist senior staff to develop mechanical systems design drawings for a variety of projects, including but not limited to HVAC, hydronic heating, plumbing and drainage, and fire protection.
- Coordination of mechanical elements with various disciplines, i.e. mechanical equipment, device locations, etc.
- Performing and completing design calculations as required for various systems including mechanical heat / loss calculation, pipe sizing, etc.
- Be responsible for drafting (AutoCAD) or modeling (Revit) mechanical systems for projects under the supervision of senior staff.
- Be responsible for plotting and presentation of design drawings.
- Be responsible for design document updates and reissuance of drawings and sketches to assist senior staff for issuing site instructions, change notices, and addenda throughout the construction portion of a project.
- Gain experience, understanding, and knowledge of mechanical systems design, applicable Codes, and other standards.
Qualifications
- University degree or diploma from an accredited university engineering program or a college level mechanical, architectural, or building-focused technology program.
- Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadline and deliverable dates while working on a number of ongoing projects.
- Experience with AutoCAD and standard computer software.
- Experience with Revit, database knowledge, and Python and/or Visual Programming language are an asset .
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, ASHRAE, NFPA, and other applicable codes.
- High levels of attention to detail, retention of design approaches, and ability to draw on past experiences and apply to current situations.
- Ability to think both critically and analytically while applying problem solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with standard computer software such as the Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, One Note).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Highly detail oriented and able to conduct self checks on drafting presentation and company standards for produced work prior to supervisor review.
- Prior co-op / job experience at an engineering consulting firm is considered an asset.
Application Process
Interested individuals are to send their cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by all applicants, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
** Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
