Mechanical Engineering - Designer

Since 1964 the MCW Group has built a solid reputation for the delivery of Professional Consulting Engineering Services, Energy Management Services, and Engineering Development Services. The systems designed by the MCW Group of Companies are built to deliver energy effectively in the form of lighting, heating and cooling, as well as information in the form of voice and data.  By the very nature of the solutions provided, the MCW Group of Companies help to create the environments required for Clients to live, educate, work, play and heal.

We have created for our clients the largest block of verified carbon emissions savings of any Canadian consulting firm. For more than two decades MCW Consultants Ltd., and its sister company, MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. have been providing sustainable building designs with the goal to permanently reduce our clients' environmental footprint and create sustainable communities.

Benefits of working at MCW:

•  The opportunity to work on significant, innovative, and sustainable projects
• Career development opportunities, including mentorship and training
• Collaboration with team members across Canada
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Professional development fees covered 

The Opportunity:

MCW Consultants Ltd. is currently seeking a self-motivated, hardworking Mechanical Designer to join our Vancouver, BC office.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to gain valuable hands-on work experience in a dynamic, team-based working environment, as well as grow and develop their professional career within the consulting industry.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 a year

What we’re looking for:

The Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with the preparation of drawings and schematics
• Complete and review construction drawings for fellow engineers and other construction site workers
• Explain safety protocols and how to technically handle the various instruments used on-sites to the low-level engineers
• Coordinate with other consulting disciplines to ensure drawing integrity and completeness
• Work with project team and Project Manager to ensure on-time project completion
• Attend meetings and deliberate with project managers, consulting engineers and subcontractors to review ongoing projects, present an update on project's progress, and share ideas on different approaches on how the projects can be accomplished in due time
• Ensure proper installation, manage tests, maintenance and overall control of all activities related to mechanical equipment and facilities
• Regular visits to construction sites to monitor and resolve any unexpected technical difficulties
• Escalate resource issues to the appropriate Project Manager
• Review architectural and structural drawings
• Work with contractors and respond to technical inquiries
• Provide technical and administrative support through all phases of the project
• Help establish and promote client relationships
• Strive to ensure quality and timely delivery of finished products to clients
• Provide technical and administrative support through all phases of the project
• Overtime as required

Qualifications, Experience and Education:

• Completion of post-secondary education in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology or Building Systems Technology.
• Working towards obtaining Certified Engineering Technologist Designation in British Columbia
• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Background developing construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Familiar with bid and tendering process
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint
• Experience working with customers and client base
• Experience working in a team based environment
• Experience in site investigations and construction review is considered an asset

Required Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines/successful completion of deliverables.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives
• Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner
• Knowledge of Canadian Engineering standards
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Excellent time management skills and project management skills
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Analytical, thorough, resourceful and detail-oriented.
• Team and customer service-focused.
• Self-motivated, hardworking, flexible.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.  No phone calls, please.

MCW Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

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