Design engineer Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Role At a Glance

The Mechanical Engineering graduate will work under close supervision to apply knowledge and skills learned during formal education in a specific engineering discipline. This role involves performing routine engineering tasks, preparing plans, designs, and calculations, conducting technical surveys, and assisting in the preparation of reports and field inspection reports.

You’ll Love This Role If

• You are interested in growing your skills and abilities in an interdisciplinary environment.
• You get the importance of paying attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
• You take pride in the quality of your work with a passionate attention-to-detail.
• You have a motivated work ethic and a desire to succeed.
• You embrace new challenges, out of the box thinking, and working with great people.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and apply knowledge and skills learned during formal education in the mechanical engineering discipline.
• Perform routine engineering tasks under close supervision, including preparing basic plans, designs, calculations, and drawings for assigned projects using Revit, or other specified software, in compliance with established codes, standards, and specifications.
• Consistently take initiative to execute tasks successfully, meeting deadlines and commitments set by senior team members.
• Assist in modifying existing designs (red line changes) and make suggestions to modify design approvals or materials for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and control systems.
• Carry out routine technical surveys and assist in preparing various reports, correspondence, and field inspection reports.
• Develop strong knowledge of national and provincial building codes, ASHRAE, NFPA, and other related standards.
• Work directly with the clients under guidance, as required.
• Collaborate with more experienced technical personnel on specific aspects of more complex tasks.
• Assist with various tasks and projects as assigned by supervisors or senior team members to support the overall success of the engineering teams and company objectives.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to our company values of quality, client focus, teamwork, sustainability, and community, integrating these principles into daily work practices and interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

What you bring to the table

• Graduating or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, applied sciences or related field.
• Proficiency in engineering and office software and tools (e.g., Revit, CAD software, Microsoft, etc.).
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work under close supervision and follow established procedures.
• Registered or pursuing registration with provincial governing body (eg. PEO, APEGA etc.)

Life at WalterFedy

As a national innovative multi-discipline design and construction collective, our ambition goes beyond great design – we are here to enhance the world around us. To make it happen, we need a team of agile, ambitious, and big-picture thinkers who share our drive to harness our collective talents to do something bigger.

Our team is made up of the industry's best. We share a common commitment to questioning the ordinary, infusing everything we do with creativity, and challenging our industry to redefine what’s possible.

How to Apply

Please apply with your resume and cover letter using the link on this page. You will be redirected to our internal application platform.

WalterFedy strives to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity hiring practice and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship, status, age, sex, gender identity/expression, marital or domestic partnership status, or disability.

Should you require accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact or call .

Thank you for your interest in a role with WalterFedy!

Please note that we utilize AI-powered tools to enhance our recruitment process. These tools assist us in managing applications efficiently and ensuring a fair evaluation of all candidates. Rest assured, every application is reviewed by our recruitment team, and AI is used to support, not replace, our human decision-making.

#J-18808-Ljbffr