Job Description
As a member of our professional team, you will be responsible for a variety of assignments for the Mechanical Engineering Department. Working under the supervision of a project manager or mechanical engineer, you will prepare mechanical engineering designs for new builds and building renovation projects. You will work directly with clients to ensure their needs are fully understood and met. You will also be responsible for coordinating with other internal and external design team members as applicable. You will have opportunities to work for various clients (federal, provincial, municipal, and private sector) on a variety of project types (community, post-secondary education, K-12, commercial, healthcare, residential and industrial).
Role and Responsibilities
The role and responsibilities for the Junior Mechanical Technologist include, but are not limited to, the following. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet Jp2g’s ongoing needs.
Technical Skills
- Work under direct supervision of project manager, mechanical engineer, Team Lead, Department Manager or Designate
- Complete tasks assigned by Team Lead or Department Manager as required to assist in the completion of projects
- Document field work with written notes, daily records, sketches, and drawing markups
- Calibrate, use, and maintain various field instruments
- Assist in preparation of engineering studies
- Assist in preparation of building condition reports
- Assist in preparation of conceptual designs
- Assist with preparation of mechanical designs and layouts of fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, and controls systems
- Assist with preparation of CAD and Revit drawings from sketches, mark-ups, and / or design instructions
- Upon completion, verify calculations and CAD and Revit drawings against sketches to ensure accuracy of work
- Support Engineer during design and coordinate with other disciplines
- Assist with commercial building energy audits, including site visits, modelling, and report writing
- Assist in preparation of technical specifications and contract documents
- Assist in the contract administration during construction including shop drawing review, responding to requests for information, and response to questions on design intent.
- Prepare CAD or Revit version of construction as-builts drawings
- Establish maintain, and communicate priorities when working on multiple assignments
- Assist in the monitoring of changes, quality, schedule and cost adherence
- Self review deliverables for conformance to requirements
- Assist in maintaining positive client relationship
- Adhere to Jp2g’s AutoCAD and Revit standards in preparing drawings from sketches, mark-ups, and / or design instructions
- Adhere to Jp2g’s QMS Policies and Procedures
- Assist in researching new systems, resources, and working practices to increase efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability
- Maintain familiarity with current techniques, codes, and standards; sustain and improve technical skills
- Follow Jp2g and Client required safety standards and guidelines
Teamwork
Work with a team of project managers, engineers, technologists and techniciansAttend co-ordination meetings with department / project teamBuild and maintain positive relationships with colleagues to ensure projects run smoothlyShare expertise with colleagues and other officesWorkload Management
Manage work tasks within assigned time constraintsComplete projects independently when requiredMinimum Qualifications
0 Years of professional experienceCollege Diploma in Mechanical Engineering TechnologyEligible for certification with OACETTEligible to obtain and maintain Level II Secret clearance with Public Services and Procurement CanadaValid Driver’s licenseISO 9001 : 2015 Fundamentals Training (provided by Jp2g)Qualifications
Willing to work towards C.E.T or C.Tech designationKnowledge of other mechanical engineering software : Carrier HAP, HVAC Solution, WaterGEMSKnowledge of heat transfer, fluid mechanics and thermodynamicsKnowledge of codes and standards such as OBC, NBC, CSA, ASHRAE, TSSA, NMS and NFPAAbility to work independently and in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projectsSound communication skills (oral and written)Strong sense of initiative and ability to prioritize tasksExcellent problem-solving and decision-making skillsFamiliarity with AutoCAD, RevitCompensation and Benefits
Friday afternoons off year-round (36 hour / week)Group RSP planning opportunitiesProfessional development and advancement opportunitiesCompetitive compensation and benefits packageFuture shareholder opportunities