Mechanical Engineer, Buildings

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The Opportunity
Shape the future of Canada's built environment as a Mechanical Engineer within WSP's Buildings M&E team. This role offers exposure to diverse projects-from commercial spaces and retail environments to niche healthcare clinics and specialty facilities. Many assignments involve multi-location programs, giving you the chance to work with national standards and coordination challenges that go beyond single-site work. You'll collaborate with architects, landlords, and contractors to deliver innovative, client-focused solutions that make a real impact.

Your Impact
• Design mechanical systems for HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations, select equipment, and develop layouts for ductwork, piping, and sprinkler systems.
• Apply codes and standards such as OBC, ASHRAE, and NFPA to ensure compliance and quality.
• Support construction administration through RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and site visits.
• Coordinate with electrical and other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.

The Skills That Set You Apart
• 7+ years of mechanical design experience in building systems.
• Proficiency in Revit (mandatory) and HVAC calculation tools like HAP.
• Strong knowledge of OBC, ASHRAE, NFPA standards.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading coordination with project teams and draftspersons is an asset.

Why Choose WSP?
• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition-because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation
BC, AB, SK, NWT & NT: $89,800 - $118,900
MB & ON: $81,900 - $112,800
Atlantic Provinces & QC: $81,100 - $107,700
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Take the next step in your career and join us in redefining what's possible. Apply today and let's create lasting change together!
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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