Senior Mechanical Designer

WHERE PASSION + PURPOSE ALIGN

We are the curious. Problem solvers. Driven to unlock the potential in every system. Across five countries are 1,100 engineers, designers, and consultants collaborating to elevate the human experience, create more resilient communities, and protect the health of the planet. We transform the built environment by creating dynamic solutions — living systems — that are smart, resilient, and connected.

At Introba, this is why we show up every day. To use our curiosity for good. To inspire change. To empower changemakers

Introba provides world‑class building engineering design, analytic, and consulting services at all scales, specializing in net-zero first thinking. Through the cultivation of thought leadership, we deliver sustainable and forward‑thinking solutions to the most complex design challenges facing the world’s leading clients and partners.

Job Summary

Working collaboratively with a diverse team of individuals to develop innovative and sustainable energy systems, and high‑performance buildings. Within a dynamic design team, the Senior Mechanical Designer plays a fundamental role in leading the team to design, engineer, and produce heating, cooling, plumbing, and low‑carbon energy systems for different building types and applications within Institutional Buildings

The Senior Designer performs tasks and delivers projects under the guidance of, and per the instructions provided by, the Associate and/or Principal‑in‑Charge, including but not limited to performing engineering calculations, drafting, coordinating with the design team, equipment suppliers, constructors, and clients, and delegating design work to Junior Design Staff to put together design packages to submit to the client.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Accountabilities

• Perform and review heating, cooling, and ventilation load calculations (HAP, TAS, Excel, etc.).

• Prepare Mechanical and Plumbing schematic design layout and final design.

• Create and maintain mechanical equipment schedule and motorlist.

• Review and prepare mechanical specifications.

• Prepare or confirm all mechanical equipment and motorlist selections using the firm’s selection procedures.

• Review shop drawings, Requests for Information (RFIs), and other construction changes.

• Coordinate mechanical requirements with other disciplines involved in the project design team.

• Direct and supervise Junior and Intermediate Designers within your team to ensure the delivery of quality projects.

• Coordinate or confirm service requirements/connections with the respective utility and/or municipal agencies.

• Assist with fee proposal preparation.

• Maintain good client relations.

Knowledge

• Able to read Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical drawings with minimal supervision.

• Able to apply prescriptive requirements of plumbing, building, and sprinkler codes.

• Experience with schematic design, equipment selection, and 2D AutoCAD and 3D Revit.

• Basic understanding of global sustainability issues and current best practices in sustainable building design.

• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks, such as Passive House, Zero Carbon Building, LEED.

• Experience performing accurate and detailed site surveys.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond systematically to critical situations.

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Complex Problem Solving
• Relationship Building
• Active Listening
• Coordination
• Writing
• Speaking
• Judgement and Decision Making
• Persuasion
• Dynamic & Well-Spoken
• Delegation
• Ability to "sketch" ideas

Behaviours

• Curious and enthusiastic.
• Coaching.
• Collaboration.
• Service Orientation.
• Adaptable to changing priorities.

Behavioural Competencies

• Client Focus
• Collaboration
• Innovation
• Integrity
• Sustainability

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years design experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems.
• University degree, college/technology diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) are highly preferred.
• LEED® or Passive House Accreditation is an asset.
• Experience in Passive House, Aquatics, or District Energy projects is an asset.

Key Performance Indicators

• Able to work autonomously with Junior Design Staff to deliver simple projects, on time and within budget.
• Able to contribute to workload planning of design team.
• Able to perform higher‑level design tasks independently and effectively, including developing Schematic Designs, collaborating with Energy Analyst to develop energy and carbon analyses.

Additional Information

Introba is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of$90,000- $105,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. Introba is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

Introba offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include medical, disability and life insurance coverage*, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. *Benefits will vary by country location and may only be available in US or Canada.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission‑driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

Introba is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

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