Mechanical Engineer - Toronto, Canada - Arup
Description
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer in Toronto to enhance our buildings mechanical team in Canada. You would work on complex, innovative and sustainable institutional, commercial and transportation projects. You would be working collaboratively on projects across Canada, and even the globe. In Arup we have worked hard to set ourselves up in a way to empower collaboration across boundaries. in addition to a highly recognizable Canadian projects such as YU New Engineering School, U of T New Medicinal Chemistry Building, McGill New Vic, Billy Bishop Tunnel, New Champlain Bridge or Finch LRT, our Canadian engineers worked on global projects like Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Mexico City Airport, Riyadh Metro or Kaiser Permanente hospital in LA. If you see yourself ready for the next step in your career, accelerating your technical growth and multidisciplinary acumen - join us
Responsibilities of this specific role will include, but not be limited to the following:
• Be part of a team designing mechanical, plumbing and fire protection systems from conceptual design through construction administration
• Perform building heating, cooling and ventilation calculations and HVAC load analysis for sizing mechanical HVAC systems
• Perform plumbing & drainage calculations for sizing plumbing & drainage systems
• Design the plant rooms and distribution (i.e. duct and hydronic piping systems)
• Size and select mechanical HVAC and plumbing equipment (i.e., air handlers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, etc.)
• Participate in the preparation of contract documents detailing the mechanical system designs, and technical design briefs
• Coordinate work with architects, contractors, and equipment suppliers
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines delivering a holistic and outcome driven results on projects.
• Participate in in-house training and development for mechanical systems design, including advanced sustainability design related to building systems
Qualifications
• Passion for sustainability and some experience with Sustainable, Low Carbon, Net Zero and innovative strategies on projects
• Familiarity with energy modeling and computer modeling related to building physics.
• Understanding of passive design systems that influence mechanical requirements.
• Experience with engineering analysis and energy modeling including whole building energy analysis an asset
• Experience with load analysis software for calculations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
• The ability to prioritize effectively, manage deadlines and apply organization skills required for our rapidly changing environment
• Good writing skills for internal and external purposes to communicate mechanical systems design concepts and strategies
• Confidence in presenting technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non-technical audiences.
Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in the built environment
• Knowledge of building services and mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Engineer-in-training (EIT) on track to obtain Professional Engineering License in Canada
• LEED or other sustainability accreditation an asset
• Tangible experience with BIM and Revit MEP
Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup expect for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.
Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all of our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis.
#LI-VM1